Reducing commuters’ wait time 11 September 2018 A computer model built on bus location and passenger payment data could reduce waiting times at bus stops
Another step closer to tunable liquids 11 September 2018 By investigating the influence of electric fields on liquids, scientists could develop a new technique for controlling their friction and adhesive properties
Stepping up water splitting 11 September 2018 Cheap and accessible cobalt-based catalysts could fast-track the industrial-scale production of hydrogen from water
Predicting diffusion data 11 September 2018 A high-throughput computer model predicts diffusion data for the transport of light elements within solids
Rethinking an inflammatory receptor’s obesity connection 11 September 2018 The long-held theory that Toll-like receptor 4 could be the link between obesity and inflammation is now being challenged
Tuning into the potential of phosphorene 29 August 2018 Better understanding of the wetting characteristics of phosphorene could pave the way for new applications in biological engineering
Finding the cells and the signals 29 August 2018 Clarifying the role of a protein released by immune ‘dendritic’ cells could yield better treatments
DNA test reveals genetic risk factors for eczema 29 August 2018 Assay combines microfluidics and next-generation sequencing to reveal more mutations than existing targeted gene tests
Image analysis tool helps pick out human actions 29 August 2018 Using deep-learning techniques to locate potential human activities in videos
Leading the charge against tumors 29 August 2018 By using nanosized charged polymer balls to attack tumors directly rather than carry drugs, researchers have found a way to overcome drug resistance
How to make a neutrophil 29 August 2018 Insights into the development of neutrophils could lead to therapeutic options for inflammatory diseases and cancers
Formula for flavor 15 August 2018 Model predicts polymer food packaging's propensity for absorbing aroma molecules from their contents
Batteries poised for organic revolution 15 August 2018 Cathode material made from organic molecules enhances the green credentials of rechargeable batteries