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High-resolution model offers stunningly realistic simulation of the birth of stars
May 21, 2021
A team including Northwestern University astrophysicists has developed the most realistic, highest-resolution 3D simulation of star formation to date. The result is a visually stunning, mathematically-driven marvel that allows viewers...
The first frost is the deepest – understanding the biochemical flowering brake in plants
May 17, 2021
The first frost of autumn may be grim for gardeners but the latest evidence reveals it is a profound event in the life of plants, lifting the genetic brake on...
Giant sea lizard fossil shows diversity of life before asteroid hit
May 14, 2021
A further species discovery confirms the abundance and diversity of giant marine lizards in the Cretaceous period. Eight metres long, with small eyes, huge jaws and snake-like tongues, Pluridens serpentis...
Replacing plastics in fibre-based packaging for full recycling
May 10, 2021
New research highlights biodigestible barrier polymers to replace plastics and non-repulpable laminating adhesives currently being used in fibre-based packaging. The commissioned study concludes that ‘recycle ready’ adhesives and fully soluble...
Learning on the fly: Computer model links insect and mammalian learning
May 7, 2021
Even the humble fruit fly craves a dose of the happy hormone, according to a new study from the University of Sussex which shows how they may use dopamine to...
Declining work-life balance for scientific researchers, survey finds
April 27, 2021
Reseachers are generally known for their dedication and the percieved norm is that many work for passion and love of the work. But, dedication and passion should not require losing...
Pre-programmed degradation makes ‘biodegradable’ plastics truly compostable
April 22, 2021
By embedding polymer-eating enzymes in plastic, researchers have found a way to make previously tricky polyester plastics break down more easily, with just heat and water, within a few weeks....
Designing healthy diets with mathematical modelling and computer analysis
April 22, 2021
When it comes to diets, no one size fits all. Now, researchers have demonstrated a the ability to apply accurate mathematical modelling and computer analysis to predict how an individual's...
The Hunger Games: Uncovering the secret of the hunger switch in the brain
April 21, 2021
Ever stood at your refridgerator staring into it and wishing you could switch off the hunger pangs that took you there in the first place? Now, with the help of...
Online airborne fluid modelling tool may help laboratories implement effective COVID health and safety precautions
April 14, 2021
A new research project aims to develop an online tool to predict the spread of airborne fluid droplets across internal spaces - such as laboratories. The tool should help laboratory...
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