Promising material may revolutionise solar energy field
London, March 28 (IANS) A team of scientists has discovered a highly promising group of materials known as hybrid "lead halide perovskites" that can...
Nanobrush that repels dirt in the offing
New York, March 28 (IANS) Scientists have developed a new way to make "polymer nanobrush" -- bristly materials which prevent dust from accumulating on...
Human impact affects Earth’s global energy flow
London, March 28 (IANS) The impact that human beings have made on the Earth in terms of production and consumption of natural resources has...
Breastfeeding, vaccinations cut ear infections in babies
New York, March 28 (IANS) Higher rates of breastfeeding, use of vaccinations and lower rates of smoking by mothers have reduced the rates of...
Common plastic chemical ups risk of premature delivery
New York, March 27 (IANS) Pregnant women with higher blood levels of a common plastic chemical used in the coatings of food containers are...
Brain stimulation can reduce anorexia symptoms
London, March 27 (IANS) Just one session of a non-invasive brain stimulation technique can reduce core symptoms of anorexia nervosa, including the urge to...
Blowing bubbles through oceans may protect coral reefs
New York, March 27 (IANS) US researchers have found that blowing tiny bubbles through sea water could help protect coral reefs and oyster farms...
Chile confirms first sexually transmitted Zika virus case
Santiago, March 27 (IANS) The Chilean health ministry has confirmed the first case of sexually transmitted Zika virus in the country, the media reported...
Can a conventional name help you live longer?
New York, March 26 (IANS) A name may have more to it than Shakespeare might have thought when he asked “what's in a name?”....
Blood test to predict your risk of developing TB
New York, March 26 (IANS) An international team of researchers has identified biological markers in the blood that can help doctors predict who is...
