Collaborate Disseminate
Large clouds of dark matter have been indirectly detected before, but it should also form smaller clumps. Now Hubble observations have detected evidence of these small clumps for the first time, lending weight to a prevailing dark matter hypothesis. Continue reading Hubble detects smallest known clumps of dark matter
If Chinese manufacturer Niu gets the price tag right on this little fun machine, it might just be the affordable, clean, practical electric commuter the Western world has been waiting for. It promises 100 mph performance and 80+ miles of range. Continue reading Niu introduces RQi “urban performance” e-moto capable of 100 mph
Radiation therapy is currently our best shot at treating cancer, but healthy cells often become unfortunate collateral damage. New research shows how the treatment can be made safer by reducing the time involved from weeks to seconds. Continue reading New cancer treatment delivers weeks of radiation therapy in a second
A new type of copper-based nanoparticle has shown effectiveness in killing off tumor cells in mice. But by combining it with immunotherapy scientists say it produced long-lasting effects, quickly killing off any cancer cells that dared to return. Continue reading Immunotherapy supercharges metal nanoparticles to destroy cancer cells
Could the German Luftwaffe have won the Battle of Britain in 1940? A team of mathematicians at the University of York used a statistical technique to determine if Germany could have defeated Britain if different decisions had been made. Continue reading Statistics show how the Luftwaffe could have won the Battle of Britain
Pop-up tent campers are an age-old way of enjoying a light tow and roomy base camp, but they’re not always as quick or easy to set up as the term “pop-up” suggests. The Easy Caravanning TakeOff follows through on the pop-up’s promise of quickness. Continue reading Pop-top caravan starts camping (or coffee breaking) in 30 seconds
According to British scientists, a lack of stem cells in the lining of the womb is one of the main causes of recurrent miscarriages. There may be hope, however, as they also believe an existing diabetes medication could help remedy the situation. Continue reading Diabetes drug may also help prevent recurrent miscarriages
The quality of 3D-printed metal parts could soon improve, thanks to new research out of Australia. Scientists there have determined that the application of ultrasound boosts the strength of such items, by modifying their microstructure. Continue reading Ultrasound found to increase the strength of 3D-printed metal
Although many people routinely pinch their belly in order to see how fat they’re getting, that’s really only a measure of their subcutaneous “under the skin” fat. The Bello device goes deeper, using light to measure visceral fat. Continue reading Fat-measurement device sends pulses of light into users’ bellies
Mark Levinson has been in the audio business for nearly 50 years, but only launched its first turntable at CES 2017. Now the Harman-owned brand has returned to Las Vegas with its second – № 5105. Continue reading Mark Levinson offers audiophiles a cheaper high-end turntable