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Computer program uses interactive genetic algorithm to help witnesses remember criminals
Criminals are having a harder time hiding their faces, thanks to new software that helps witnesses recreate and recognize suspects using principles borrowed from the fields of optics and genetics.
Virtual reality offers solution to driving phobias
Nervous drivers are being helped to overcome their road phobias by donning Cyclops-style goggles that transport them to a three-dimensional virtual world. Researchers have recruited volunteers with a variety of...
Stents can be coated with dissolvable drug-eluting fibers
Scientists have developed a new patent-pending dissolvable fiber platform that can be used to coat both metal stents, which are currently available, and biodegradable stents now in development.
New culprit for viral infections among elderly -- an overactive immune response
Researchers have found that exaggerated responses of the immune system explain why the elderly succumb to viral infections more readily than younger people. The study bucks the general belief that...
L-carnitine might not be the boost for you
Claims stem from studies of vascular and heart disease. But it's unclear if it helps lift the healthy at all. ...
Reliance bids for LyondellBasell
Megamerger: Sale would make Indian conglomerate one of top five chemical companies worldwide.
Drug R&D Heats Up In Beijing
Globalization: PPD buys BioDuro, Merck Serono builds new lab in Chinese capital.
Freeze Protector Is Protein-free
Biochemistry: First-in-class natural antifreeze from Alaskan beetle has carbohydrate and lipid components.
World’s largest working hydro-electric wave energy device launched
The global wave energy industry has taken a major stride forward with the launch of the world's largest working hydro-electric wave energy device by Aquamarine Power.
New disease among HIV-infected gay men
A rare parasitic disease, which normally only is transmitted by contaminated water, has been shown to be transmitted by gay sex between hiv-positive men. In the industrial world the disease...