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Billions of Cockroaches Bred By AI for Medicinal Purposes Could Cause Catastrophe
A cockroach breeding farm run by artificial intelligence (AI) in China is attracting the attention of insect experts concerned that any failure (human or otherwise) to contain the pests would result in the catastrophic infestation of nearby cities.
Artificial Mole Could Warn of Cancer
An encapsulated gene network implanted under the skin produces a tattoo as an early indicator of cancer.
Immunogene Therapy for Lung Cancer Patients
A clinical-stage gene therapy is presented targeting lung cancer patients that do not meet specific genomic profiles required for existing targeted molecular cancer therapies.
Fluorescent Silk Slays Harmful Bacteria
Plasmonic photocatalyst-like biomaterials and visible light were demonstrated to deactivate pathogens.
Hawaii Considering Ban on Certain Sunscreens
Environmentalists and lawmakers alike are showing support for a bill that proposes to ban certain sunscreens from beaches on the Hawaiian Islands.
UK Considering Ban on Plastic Straws, Cotton Swabs
Officials in the U.K. are considering a ban on cotton swabs and plastic straws amid growing concern over the issue of plastic waste pollution.
Bio-engineered Implant Fights Macular Degeneration
Macular degeneration is a form of non-corrective vision impairment caused by loss of retinal pigment epithelium (RPE). It is a common disease that leads to blindness, and, whereas there are no known treatments that stop or reverse the process, a new bio-engineered implant looks to do just that.
Watch: Bacteria-Killing Graphene Spikes May Prevent Implant Infections
A layer of vertical graphene flakes forms a protective surface, preventing bacterial attachment to implants.
Team Develops Sensor Array Capable of Locating Humans Trapped in Rubble
An international team of scientists has developed a portable, lightweight and inexpensive sensor that can be used by first responders to search for survivors, who may be possibly covered in the rubble of a building collapse brought on by a natural disaster like an earthquake or another disaster such as a bombing.
Researchers Find Method to Recycle and Reuse Water in Oil and Gas Development
This new tech could potentially transform the waste from unconventional oil and gas development to create reusable water.
Design Team Introduces 'Standing Seats' for Budget Flights
In a bid to fit even more people onto budget flights, Italian aviation designer Avioninteriors has revealed its design for the Skyrider 2.0 -- airplane seats that would have passengers perch rather than sit.
Old Tappan Zee Bridge to Get New Life
The recently shuttered Tappan Zee Bridge, which spans the Hudson River north of New York City, is about to get a second life as material used in the construction of six artificial reefs all off of the coast of New York's Long Island.
Researchers Discover Enzyme Capable of Digesting Plastic
As concern for plastic pollution mounts, scientists have discovered a naturally occurring enzyme capable of digesting certain plastics in a matter of days versus the hundreds of years it would take to break down otherwise.
The Impact of Social Media on Scientific Research
A group of conservation scientists and ecologists have recently determined that communicating research findings via social media — in particular Twitter — led to higher citations in the future.
Microbiopsy Needle for Pain- and Scar-free Skin Sampling
The device designed at the University of South Australia can take 100-200 cells and eliminate the current practice of sampling a 2-3 cm section of tissue.
FDA Gives First Clearance for Autonomous Diagnosis of Diabetic Retinopathy
The first autonomous, artificial intelligence (AI)-based diagnostic system has been authorized for commercialization by the FDA.
Reading a Person's Thoughts and Feelings Using Combination of AI and Sensors
If audio tech company Dolby Laboratories has its way, humans will be more transparent than ever before thanks to a combination of new technology that combines artificial intelligence (AI) and sensors.
Pathogen Levels Underestimated by Water Safety Checks, According to Report
According to a report from Brunel University London, deadly bacteria in drinking water storage tanks — the kind found on roofs or in public building basements —is often overlooked by traditional health and safety tests.
Mini Probe Images Deep Within the Body
With an outer diameter of only 130 microns, the device was designed to study drug-induced hyperthermia, investigate the toxicology impacts of drug-taking and provide insights into different diseases and therapies.
Watch: Regenerative Dressing Developed for Deep Wounds
The sponge-type dressings are based on hyaluronic acid, a well-researched polymer that stimulates tissue regeneration.