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Two new solar cells break records, including highest efficiency ever
Posted in Hardware on 15th Apr, 2020
by Alex Muller
The device is what’s known as a six-junction III-V solar cell, meaning it’s made up of six different types of photoactive layer.
Extended stints in space may cause permanent changes to brain volume
Posted in Medicine, Science on 15th Apr, 2020
by Alex Muller
A new study has revealed a significant change in the brain’s white matter in astronauts following stays on the International Space Station (ISS), and the scientists say the changes to brain volume could be permanent.
New Technologies That Will Change The Way Cancer Is Treated
Posted in Medicine, Reviews on 15th Mar, 2020
by Alex Muller
One type of cell therapy consists of taking immune T-cells from the patient and genetically engineering them to target a specific cancer antigen.
Alzheimer's blood test may replace invasive spinal taps for diagnosis
Posted in Medicine on 3rd Mar, 2020
by Alex Muller
Many of the experimental blood tests under development focus on measuring amyloid levels, with one paper published last year describing a way of revealing misfolding amyloid proteins as a way of detecting Alzheimer's cases around eight years before clinical symptoms appeared.
Irregular sleep patterns can double heart disease risk, study suggests
Posted in Medicine on 3rd Mar, 2020
by Alex Muller
A newly published study is suggesting irregular sleep patterns, such as inconsistent bedtimes from day to day, can potentially double a person’s risk of developing cardiovascular disease.