A new type of wearable device that stimulates skin to deliver various complex sensations has been developed by a Northwestern University-led team of engineers. The thin, flexible device delivers various sensations, including vibrations, pressure and twisting.

A new study led by Penn State biologists reveals how lifestyle and specific habits like diet and smoking can shape the community of beneficial microbes in our mouths. This research provides insights into how our daily choices may influence oral health and immunity worldwide.

A study published in Nature, led by researchers Brooke Williams and Hawthorne Beyer, reveals that tropical forests have a vast potential for natural regrowth — an area larger than Mexico could regrow, potentially storing up to 23.4 gigatons of carbon. This discovery offers a significant new pathway for addressing climate change and restoring ecological balance.

A new study has revealed for the first time that inhabitants of the smallest countries in the world and which contribute the least to climate change are at a higher risk of flooding.

Scientists have long suspected the keto diet might be able to calm an overactive immune system and help some people with diseases like multiple sclerosis. Now, they have reason to believe it could be true.

A study from New York University reveals that memory formation isn’t limited to the brain — cells throughout the body can 'remember,' too. This research shows non-brain cells can learn from spaced intervals, much like neurons.

A survey has revealed that almost half of the respondents in Singapore who believed they had no diabetes were found to have either pre-diabetes (41.6 per cent) or diabetes (5.9 per cent).

A new study has revealed that government incentives may help to control the illegal practice of crop burning which leads to air pollution in South Asia. Air pollution is responsible for millions of deaths in a year in the region.

Biosynth inaugurated its new biological technology site at Lifebay in Suzhou, China. The new site houses state-of-the-art facilities including a Bio-laboratory which significantly enhances capabilities for internal project development initiatives and material supply into the domestic Life Science market.

Water is the most commonly used solvent in the laboratory. It is available in several grades of purity. An important parameter here is the pH value.