The worm that turned
A University of Leeds researcher has drawn inspiration from biology to build a giant robotic worm that can wiggle its way around obstacles.
Culture influences people’s response to climate change
How people choose to consume resources and use contraception influences their responses to climate change, according to a team of psychologists.
Click chemistry creates new ‘stealth’ DNA links
Scientists at the University of Southampton have pioneered a chemical method of linking DNA strands that is tolerated by living organisms.
Studying solar wind
An international team of scientists, including Dr Chris Coath from the University of Bristol, have measured oxygen isotopes in solar wind, captured by NASA’s Genesis mission, to infer the isotopic composition of the Sun, and, by inference, the solar system as a whole.
Will new drugs block hepatitis C virus in its tracks?
Targeted multi-drug treatments for hepatitis C patients that could stop the virus in its tracks have come a step closer, thanks to researchers at the University of Leeds, UK.
Poverty is a complex issue
There is no simple or unambigious connection between population growth and poverty, according to Vigdis Broch-Due. Her research in northern Kenya questions stereotypical views of poverty.
Night owls’ habits linked to depression in older men
Men who have difficulty falling asleep are at greater risk of depression than those who nod off easily, researchers have found.
Mantis shrimp eye could improve high-definition CDs, DVDs
The eye of the peacock mantis shrimp has led an international team of researchers to develop a two-part waveplate that could improve CD, DVD, blu-ray and holographic technology, creating even higher definition and larger storage density.
Healthy eating, activity and sleep needed to curb childhood obesity
Limiting television and other media use, encouraging infants and children in preschool and child care to be more physically active, and requiring child care providers to promote healthy sleeping practices are some of the actions needed to curb high rates of obesity among America’s youngest children, according to a new report.
ALES heads project to improve the quality of life of Tanzanian villagers
A University of Alberta research team will be introducing new varieties of root crops and goats to rural areas in Tanzania, hoping to improve local food security and nutrition.
