Anti-Aphrodisiac
A chemical that repels the opposite sex could be used to help control a common crop pest without the …
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Alcohol & Infection
Lab studies show how alcohol inhibits the immune system's response to an infection.
Mirage Cloaking
A new technique creates a “mirage effect” underwater, making objects seemingly vanish.
Ocean Bacteria Communication
Changes in chemical signaling among ocean bacteria may be impacting the global climate.
Nanotube Muscles
Improved artificial muscle fibers can twist at high speeds while carrying heavy loads.
Mercury’s Volcanoes
The planet Mercury seems placid compared to others in the solar system. But the MESSENGER spacecraft …
Pre-Empting Allergies
A new treatment may block specific allergies without disrupting other immune functions.
The E. Coli Code
Scientists have created a secret fluorescent code by inserting jellyfish genes into E. coli …
Anti-Magnets
Scientists have designed a theoretical anti-magnet. If it works in practice, it could have profound …
Breath Toxin Detector
Advances in technology have made it possible to develop a hand-held breath test for a wide range of …