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3D blood vessels
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3D blood vessels

Scientists have built 3D blood vessels that can effectively support artificial organs. Cultivating artificial organs may help solve the shortage of implants, but a major…

December 14, 2018
New technique for regenerating nerves
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New technique for regenerating nerves

Engineers at Sheffield University (UK) in cooperation with the Laser Institute Zentrum Hannover (Germany) have announced a new method to help severely damaged nerves rec…

December 14, 2018
Young make friends before speaking
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Young make friends before speaking

When they don't speak, they can play and make friends, according to a 2-year study of children's behavior.

December 14, 2018
The first person to live without a heartbeat
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The first person to live without a heartbeat

Mr. Craig Lewis, 55, has become the first person in the world to live without a heartbeat. Lewis's natural heart is replaced by a device capable of pumping blood through…

December 14, 2018
Vitamin K supports blood clotting
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Vitamin K supports blood clotting

Vitamin K is one of four fat-soluble vitamins that are essential for our bodies. The main role of vitamin K is to support blood clotting, bone metabolism and calcium met…

December 14, 2018
Joining hands to ease the pain of Agent Orange
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Joining hands to ease the pain of Agent Orange

With more than 4.8 million people exposed, including more than 3 million people who are victims of 80 million liters of toxic chemicals, 61% are Agent Orange containing…

December 14, 2018
Find anti-obesity in wild pineapple plants
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Find anti-obesity in wild pineapple plants

A substance found in wild pineapple (Agave) is capable of supporting the treatment of obesity, diabetes, osteoporosis and some other common diseases.

December 14, 2018
Hats support thinking
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Hats support thinking

The creation of a type of hat that enhances human cognitive ability can become a reality after a study shows that electromagnetic pulses increase brain activity.

December 14, 2018
Video games can support cancer treatment.
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Video games can support cancer treatment.

A small study by McMaster University scientists showed that video games can make drug therapy more effective for younger patients.

December 14, 2018