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Fire-resistant transparent bamboo can be a 'rival' of glass
With its fast growth rate and high output, bamboo can be processed into transparency and become an effective building material to replace glass.
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How did German cockroaches invade the world?
New research traces the evolution of German cockroaches throughout human history from the Islamic empires to present-day Europe.
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What should you do when attacked by bees?
Identify unusual bee behaviors early and handle them properly. Here are some things to remember to help you avoid a bee attack.
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African blackwood, one of the most expensive woods in the world
Wood is an important part of our society. We use it for fuel, furniture, perfume, musical instruments and other purposes.
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Detection of a dangerous West African mosquito capable of causing malaria
This mosquito species with the scientific name Anopheles Coluzzii contains a highly virulent virus, can live in extremely arid conditions and thrive in both rural and ur…
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How to distinguish Ngoc Linh ginseng and Lai Chau ginseng
Vietnamese scientists recently sequenced genes to distinguish between Lai Chau and Ngoc Linh ginseng to avoid confusion and counterfeiting.
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Discover things you may not know about bees
Through photos, we see the beauty of bees and their importance to the ecosystem.
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Los Angeles released 20,000 male mosquitoes to kill Aedes
Los Angeles authorities are using radiation to sterilize male mosquitoes to kill the mosquito population that spreads infectious diseases.
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The more CO₂, the faster the virus spreads
A new study shows that keeping CO₂ levels low helps reduce the infectious viral load in the air.
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How unmatched are hornets when just 30 of them are enough to 'clean up' 30,000 honey bees in just 3 hours
Hornets are bees originating from Asia, possessing amazing strength and aggression.
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Rising temperatures put American cities at risk of termite invasion
Warming temperatures and urban development create ideal conditions for termites to spread into new territories.
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Many times gold has been found, experts say: Wherever there is this plant, there may be treasure
In history, there have been many records documenting the correlation between plants and soil containing minerals.
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Cockroaches are becoming more and more numerous, 'mutating' and not afraid of drugs
Rising temperatures are believed to be the cause of a sudden increase in cockroach numbers. Insecticides are no longer effective against them, making people tired of fin…