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RNA world hypothesis strengthened by iron

20 May 2013  Research

Back when oxygen was scarce, ancient RNA catalysts may have used iron as a cofactor


B-vitamins may delay Alzheimer’s onset

21 May 2013 Research

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Taking B-vitamins keeps brain tissue healthier for longer, and may help stave off dementia

Silver nanoparticles see the light

21 May 2013 Research

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New method makes nanoparticles luminescent but mechanism remains unexplained

Manipulating liquid metal marbles

21 May 2013 Research

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A new dimension to actuation

Taking the shine off  

Safe and efficient art conservation using ionic liquids

Growing a microgarden  

Barium carbonate crystals have been coaxed to form nano-flowers by controlling their chemi...

3D printer churns out bionic ear  

Seamless integration of electronics and tissue could be used with other artificial implant...

An udder cuppa?  

A chemical analysis of tea suggests cows should be chewing the cha

Desktop printed paper electronics  

An easier way to create printed circuits on paper using a liquid metal ink


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