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The Bonn-Fire of Responsibilities
Oil-rich countries force through compromise at UN climate talks in Bonn, Germany, that many think falls short of acting on key conclusions from last year’s IPCC report.
Think Like a Brain Using Artificial Synapses
A new physical approach to the design of intelligent memory, logic, and cognitive devices for brain-like computation.
Artificial Ligaments to Repair Common Sports Injuries
A novel bone–ligament–bone scaffold mimics the architecture of the native tissue, paving the way to repairing previously incurable injuries.
Sprouting Blood Vessels
A new protocol provides insight into the formation and migration of blood vessels in 3D printed scaffolds.
An Ultrasensitive Biosensor for Early Detection of Ebola
Diagnosing Ebola early is essential for improving survival rates and controlling the spread of the disease.
Electrochemical Carbon Dioxide Reduction in Supercritical Carbon Dioxide is Cool
At standard temperature and pressure, CO2 exists as a gas. On cooling to -78.5°C, it becomes a solid called dry ice, which is a common refrigerant. At a critical temperature and pressure of 31.1°C and 72.9 atmospheres, respectively, CO2 becomes a supercritical fluid...
Tailored Meshes for Limb Supports
3D mesh device prototype for ankle braces and other medical supports.
Robots Powered by Glucose
Soft robotic devices powered by glucose are paving the way for artificial muscles.
Developing Alternatives to Antibiotics
Moving away from our dependence on antibiotics through alternative antimicrobial strategies.
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