Geckos inspire adhesives that stick even when wet
August 12th, 2012 - 5:43 pm ICT by IANS
Washington, Aug 12 (IANS) Scientists already know that the tiny hairs on geckos' toe pads enable them to cling to vertical surfaces.Now, University of Akron researchers are unfolding clues to ... Read more...
Posted in World |
Amazing fungus can consume discarded plastic
May 18th, 2012 - 6:59 pm ICT by IANS
London, May 18 (IANS) Researchers have discovered a fungus in the Amazon rainforest that can break down the common plastic polyurethane, used in billions of discarded plastic bottles.
Their pile-up, ... Read more...
Posted in Environment |
Scientists stumble upon electrical property of arteries
January 31st, 2012 - 6:17 pm ICT by IANS
Washington, Jan 31 (IANS) Unravelling a facet of the heart's mysterious workings, scientists have stumbled upon electrical property in arteries not seen before in mammalian tissues.
Scientists found that the ... Read more...
Posted in Health |
New gel can restore damaged soft tissue
August 2nd, 2011 - 2:39 pm ICT by IANS
Washington, Aug 2 (IANS) A new gel can now potentially restore damaged soft tissue safely and durably.The material, a composite of biological and synthetic molecules, is injected under the skin, ... Read more...
Posted in Uncategorized |
Using metal jewellery for tongue piercing ‘can cause infection’
January 9th, 2011 - 5:38 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, Jan 9 (ANI): Tongue piercing is a fad these days, a bold style statement that lures many teenagers. Unfortunately, people tend to overlook the possible health hazards that can be caused ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
Now, world’s first ‘boob-lift’ bra that takes 10 years off your looks
September 2nd, 2010 - 1:31 pm ICT by ANI
London, Sept 2 (ANI): Lingerie brand Ultimo has claimed that it has created the perfect bra, which can turn saggy boobs into perky, take ten years off one's looks, and is apparently ... Read more...
Posted in World |
Now, packing material made from mushrooms
July 28th, 2010 - 6:13 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, July 28 (ANI): A new packing foam, engineered from mushrooms and agricultural waste, is now entering stores across the world.The composite is called Mycobond(tm), and its manufacture requires just one eighth ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
Babies unwittingly absorb toxic bisphenol the most
April 6th, 2010 - 3:25 pm ICT by IANS
London, April 6 (IANS) Many synthetic and packaging materials contain the hormonally active substance bisphenol A. Consequently, the substance can find its way into the food chain and the human organism. And ... Read more...
Posted in Sci-Tech |
Bacterial cellulose may help develop artificial blood vessels
December 23rd, 2009 - 1:20 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, Dec 23 (ANI): In a novel study, researchers from University of Gothenburg, Sweden have found that the cellulose produced by bacteria could be used to develop artificial blood vessels in the ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
Natural cellulose better for heart bypass surgery
December 23rd, 2009 - 12:07 pm ICT by IANS
London, Dec 23 (IANS) Bacterial cellulose could be used for artificial blood vessels in future as it carries a lower risk of blood clots than synthetic materials currently used in bypass operations, ... Read more...
Posted in Sci-Tech |
Government plans polymer bank notes
November 20th, 2009 - 7:30 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, Nov 20 (IANS) In a bid to check proliferation of counterfeit currency notes and make bank notes last longer, India's central bank will introduce 100 crore polymer notes of Rs.10 ... Read more...
Posted in Business |
New prosthetics to restore feeling in amputees
October 26th, 2009 - 3:31 pm ICT by IANS
Washington, Oct 26 (IANS) Existing prosthetics offer patients no real neurological control. But two new ones may bring "real feel" to artificial limbs.
Plastic surgeons reveal they have discovered an electrically conducting molecule ... Read more...
Posted in Health |
Magic ink to revolutionise full-colour printing
August 26th, 2009 - 4:39 pm ICT by ANI
London, Aug 26 (ANI): Magic ink developed by South Korean engineers is set to revolutionise full-colour printing.The M-Ink can be used to produce any colour in the visible spectrum and could lead ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
Bibi Russel’s ethnic collection kicks off Kolkata Fashion Week
April 2nd, 2009 - 6:27 pm ICT by IANS
Kolkata, April 2 (IANS) The inaugural Kolkata Fashion Week opened Thursday with Bangladesh's international model-turned designer Bibi Russell showcasing her 'gamcha' (stole) and natural fibre collection.
The designer displayed 41 of her ... Read more...
Posted in Business |
Now, a biomaterial to rebuild broken bones
February 19th, 2009 - 12:51 pm ICT by ANI
Melbourne, Feb 19 (ANI): In a major breakthrough towards rebuilding broken bones, Aussie scientists have created a synthetic biomaterial that encourages the body to create bone on its own.The biomaterial created ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
German policewomens latest shield the bullet-resistant bras!
August 5th, 2008 - 12:55 pm ICT by ANI
London, Aug 5 (ANI): Undercover protection has just got a deeper push, all thanks to the bullet-resistant bras which are being issued to police women in Germany.The revolutionary underwear has been ... Read more...
Posted in National |
Body fluid may make natural contact lens moisturizer
July 9th, 2008 - 2:04 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, July 9 (ANI): Contact lens wearers hoping to combat discomfort caused by persistent dryness in the eyes may be happy to know that a possible solution of the problem is ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
Temperature and humidity affects a geckos grip
May 14th, 2008 - 2:13 pm ICT by admin
Washington, May 14 (ANI): Researchers from University of Akron have revealed that temperature and humidity have a major impact on gecko lizards clinging ability.The new study revealed the role of temperature ... Read more...
Posted in National |
Chemists reproduce rose ‘petal effect’
April 25th, 2008 - 5:22 pm ICT by admin
Washington, April 25(IANS) The lotus is nature's "slip n' slide," on which water beads skate along each petal's surface like liquid metal. Chemists have now found the physical basis for the rose's ... Read more...
Posted in World |