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Photonic crystals key to quantum networks

March 1, 2016
News
US researchers have created a crystal structure that could be used in future quantum networks.
Physics & Engineering
Physics, Quantum Physics
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National centre for university technicians opened

February 29, 2016
News
The first centre for university technicians has been launched by the University of Sheffield.
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Policy
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Universe’s ‘missing’ matter discovered

February 26, 2016
News
The cosmological model detailing the density of matter in the Universe has been confirmed by an international team of scientists.
Physics & Engineering
Astronomy, Physics
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Spin out develops new brain aneurysm device

February 26, 2016
News
An Oxford University spin out has raised £2m to develop a tool for treating intracranial aneurysms.
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Ebola still affects survivors after they recover

February 25, 2016
News
With Ebola survivor Pauline Cafferkey hospitalised after complications with her recovery from the infection, US scientists are to present results suggesting Ebola survivors’ brains can still be affected at least...
Life Sciences
Biological Sciences, Immunology
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Breakthrough in magnesium research

February 25, 2016
News
Lighter, more fuel efficient cars are now a possibility due to research on enhancing magnesium’s corrosion resistance in Sweden.
Chemistry, Materials
Chemistry, Materials Science
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Body temperature reactive polymer created

February 24, 2016
News
A polymer that changes shape due to body heat has been created by a team of US scientists. The material – a type of shape memory polymer – is programmed...
Chemistry, Materials, Physics & Engineering
Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics
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Laser-activated superconductor created

February 23, 2016
News
UK scientists have produced a laser-activated superconductor that can operate at higher temperatures than near absolute zero.
Physics & Engineering
Physics
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New phase of boron nitride discovered

February 22, 2016
News
US scientists have discovered a new phase of boron nitride with potential applications for manufacturing tools and electronic displays.
Chemistry
Chemistry
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Magdalen College acquires Oxford Science Park

February 19, 2016
News
Magdalen College has acquired the remaining 50% stake held in the Oxford Science Park for the sum of £18.1m, and now has full control of management and the Park’s future...
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‘Impossible’ method used to grow organic crystals

February 18, 2016
News
Organic crystals have been created by Russian scientists which can reduce the cost of creating light-emitting devices.
Chemistry, Materials
Chemistry, Materials Science
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Ice melt to cause higher sea levels

February 17, 2016
News
If Antarctica ice melts due to warming oceans, global sea levels could rise three metres, according to UK scientists.
Earth & Environmental
Earth & Environmental Sciences, Geology
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