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Waterproof Metal Ricochets Water to Keep Surfaces Super Dry

By Peter R - Jan 21, 2015 12:59 PM EST

University of Rochester researchers have created surface which can dispel water drops and leaving surface completely dry.

X-rays Reveal Content of Scrolls Carbonized by Mt. Vesuvius

By Peter R - Jan 21, 2015 10:13 AM EST

A new method developed by researchers uses x-rays to decipher content from carbonized scrolls which are too brittle to unfurl.

Too Much Protein In Middle Age Is 'As Bad As Smoking,' Study

By R. Siva Kumar - Jan 21, 2015 08:41 AM EST

It is important to eat a balanced diet comprising both protein as well as carbohydrate-based food for a healthy lifestyle.

New Heart Attack Test Can Save More Women

By R. Siva Kumar - Jan 21, 2015 08:42 AM EST

Research indicates that doctors can spot twice as many heart attacks in women by using a more sensitive blood test.

Aussie "Living Fossil" Shark With 300 Teeth Caught

By R. Siva Kumar - Jan 21, 2015 08:46 AM EST

A shark with 300 teeth, the first of its kind to be seen, was captured in south-east Victoria.

Why A Mom's Big Bum Creates a Brainy Baby

By R. Siva Kumar - Jan 20, 2015 10:28 AM EST

Women with fatty, curvy bodies are likely to have more intelligent and healthy babies, says a recent study.

Shanghai Driver Donates Stem Cells to 7-year-old British Cancer Patient

By R. Siva Kumar - Jan 20, 2015 12:15 AM EST

Jiang Yongfeng is a 35-year-old Shanghai stem cell donor but his immune cells matched a 7-year-old recipient's in UK.

How Wearable Technology Can Enhance Healthcare

By R. Siva Kumar - Jan 20, 2015 12:14 AM EST

It is possible to improve patients' health if fitness tracking gadgets and games consoles are used regularly, according to health service providers.

Turmeric Fights Alzheimer's, Study

By R. Siva Kumar - Jan 20, 2015 12:13 AM EST

Recent research shows that curcumin, which is part of the spice, turmeric, can be delivered through an atomizer, in order to make it a useful treatment for Alzheimer's.

Dad Banned from Seeing Cancer-Stricken Daughter After Being Jailed For Treating Her With Cannabis

By R. Siva Kumar - Jan 19, 2015 04:55 PM EST

Australian father, Adam Koessler, believes that he has treated his daughter successfully with cannabis, but has been imprisoned for giving her an 'illegal' drug.

IVF Quadruplet-Delivery Kills New Mom

By R. Siva Kumar - Jan 19, 2015 04:47 PM EST

Erica Morales was 36 and childless for two years, but died after giving premature birth to quadruplets.

With the Power of Million Suns, Unusual Radio Burst from Deep Space Excite Astronomers

By Peter R - Jan 19, 2015 03:33 PM EST

Astronomers across the world are now glued to identifying the source behind the unusual radio burst that is said to have happened 5.5 billion light years.

Meteorite Like Nike Streaks Through Russian Sky And Social Media

By R. Siva Kumar - Jan 19, 2015 09:11 AM EST

On Sunday, Russia was mesmerized by a meteorite that shot through the sky.

People Can Be Convinced Of Committing Crimes They Did Not

By R. Siva Kumar - Jan 19, 2015 09:11 AM EST

Research shows that it is possible to make people develop 'false memories' of something they did not do, or events that never even happened.

Two More Dwarf Planets Likely In Our Solar Systems Orbiting Sun

By Kamal Nayan - Jan 17, 2015 11:10 AM EST

At least a couple of new planets larger than Earth might be present in our solar system beyond Pluto, orbiting sun, according to a new analysis.

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