Nanotechnology researchers at The University of Texas at Dallas have made novel carbon nanotube yarns that convert mechanical movement into electricity more effectively than other material-based energy harvesters.
Researchers make recommendations for diversifying syllabi in higher education
Researchers set up a structure that helps them systematically go through different types of resources and figure out if they meet the aims of diversifying syllabi.
Targeting cancer with a multidrug nanoparticle
Treating cancer with combinations of drugs can be more effective than using a single drug. However, figuring out the optimal combination of drugs, and making sure that all of the drugs reach the right place, can be challenging.
Novel cancer therapy extends lives of terminally ill dogs
Stem cells have been modified to carry a therapy to treat companion animal patients with late-stage cancer, preserving good quality of life and extending their lives, potentially leading to better understanding of cancer treatments and their use in humans.
Why are muskies the fish of 10,000 casts? Study explains
Researchers got into the minds of muskies to learn what personality traits make the fish more likely to strike. In the process, they learned valuable lessons that could help conserve the important aquatic predators.
Honey bee colony loss in the U.S. linked to mites, extreme weather, pesticides
Honey bee colony loss across the United States over the last five years is primarily related to the presence of parasitic mites, nearby pesticides, and extreme weather events as well as challenges with overwintering, according to a new study. The study took advantage of novel statistical methods and is among...
Small, convenient mosquito repellent device passes test to protect military personnel
A device provides protection from mosquitoes for an extended period and requires no heat, electricity or skin contact.
New hybrid catalyst could help decarbonization and make ethylene production more sustainable
A new hybrid catalyst converts carbon dioxide into ethylene in one pot.
Milk’s packaging influences its flavor
The dairy industry strives to preserve the quality and safety of milk products while maintaining the freshest possible taste for consumers. To date, the industry has largely focused on packaging milk in light-blocking containers to preserve freshness, but little has been understood about how the packaging itself influences milk flavor....
Mercury helps to detail Earth’s most massive extinction event
Scientists are working to understand the cause and how the events of the LPME unfolded by focusing on mercury from Siberian volcanoes that ended up in sediments in Australia and South Africa.