Between superheroes and medicine, radiation tells the story of research
From Iron Man to Hulk, from the in the most advanced therapeutic treatments, such as those against cancer. The theme…
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Light and sound waves for computers of the future
The super-efficient performance required of the computers of the future could become possible thanks to an unprecedented pair, made up…
Rectors’ conference, discussion on scientific research ethics begins
The Crui-Cnr-Infn working table on the ethics of scientific research was established today. The group, made up of representatives of…
The threat of avian influenza extends to Antarctica
The threat of avian influenza is spreading to Antarctica after its presence on the continent was first detected in February…
From lithium to copper, mining in Africa threatens the environment
From lithium to copper to nickel, cobalt and some rare earths, the growing demand for minerals crucial to making the…
Swallows are the best allies of farms
Swallows can be precious allies on farms because they help to counteract the presence of flies. This is indicated by…
A chain of underwater volcanoes discovered in Antarctica
There is a chain of underwater volcanoes off the Pennell Coast in southern Antarctica, in the area where the circumantarctic…
Household pollutants pose risks to nerve cells
Nerve cells in the brain are at risk from products commonly found in the home, such as disinfectants, compounds found…
Aging is a matter of gene length
Aging could be a matter of gene length. That is, we do not age because of particular genes, but because…
A Star Trek-style future for artificial intelligence
A Star Trek-style future, in which Artificial Intelligence systems will be connected to each other similar to the Borg hive…