Skin patch shows promise for toddlers with peanut allergy
A global phase 3 clinical trial found that a year-long immunotherapy through a skin patch safely desensitized toddlers with peanut allergy, lowering the risk...
Electronic noses sniff out volatile organic compounds
Tracing volatile organic compounds is important for public safety and all 'smell' related issues. To this end, researchers introduce a fluid mechanics-based chamber design...
Coastal ecosystems are a net greenhouse gas sink, new research shows
A new greenhouse gas budget shows coastal ecosystems globally are a net greenhouse gas sink for carbon dioxide (CO2) but emissions of methane (CH4)...
Modular builds may help construction industry weather a perfect storm
Engineers have calculated the potential cost savings for builders who opt for modular construction techniques to avoid lengthy and expensive holdups caused by poor...
What marsupials can teach us about brain development
Research has revealed features of early human brain development are mimicked in the brains of marsupials.
Ready, set, go: New study shows how marathon running affects different foot muscles
Marathon running is a popular sport. However, long-distance running can weaken and damage foot muscles, leading to chronic pain and running-related injuries. A new...
Previous smallpox vaccine provides immunity to mpox
Vaccines against smallpox given until the mid-1970s offer continuing cross-reactive immunity to mpox (previously known as monkeypox), researchers report.
Researchers find new mechanism for sodium salt detoxification in plants
A team of researchers has found a mechanism in thale cress (Arabidopsis thaliana) which enables plants to provide protection against salt stress for their...
Are we truly ‘inattentionally blind’? New study revisits ‘invisible gorilla’ experiment for new insights
We are quite good at spotting unexpected objects while focused on another activity if they are moving fast, reveals a new study. The findings...
Researchers build bee robot that can twist
A robotic bee that can fly fully in all directions has been developed. With four wings made out of carbon fiber and mylar as...