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Ancient maths problem ‘could lead to cancer treatments’

May 17th, 2012

The optimal packing of 5 circles in an equilateral triangle.An ancient facet of a math problem could have implications for cancer treatment, secure wireless networks, microelectronics and demolitions, according to researchers at the University of Michigan and the University of Connecticut.

The math problem dates back to Sanskrit scrolls, but has only just been exposed by nanotechnology researchers. Read the rest of this entry »

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Science is ‘cool again’

April 27th, 2012

Fisher Scientific's Science World regular Dr Hal has spoke out about the renewed appeal in science after performing his chemistry show at this year's event.

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Molecular tweezer ‘could block clump formation’ in Parkinson’s brains

April 20th, 2012

2,4,7-trinitrofluorene bound in molecular tweezersA molecular tweezer has been found to block clump formation in Parkinson's brains, taking research in the area closer to finding a cure.

Parkinson's disease is still a condition researchers know relatively little about. Read the rest of this entry »

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UK leads comprehensive Parkinson’s disease study

April 18th, 2012

Glasgow University is to lead the biggest study ever conducted into Parkinson’s disease, with a remit of finding better ways of diagnosing and treating the disease.

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New technique ‘could reduce side-effects’ of prostate cancer treatment

April 18th, 2012

Prostate Cancer SlideA new technique for treating prostate cancer has been developed by researchers which could have fewer side-effects than existing therapies.

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