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Antiseptic resistance in bacteria could lead to next-gen plastics
The molecular machinery used by ‘superbugs’ to resist chemicals designed to kill them could also help produce precursors for a new generation of nylon and other polymers, according to new research.
Ear ‘tickle’ therapy could help slow ageing
Tickling the ear with a small electrical current appears to rebalance the autonomic nervous system for over-55s, potentially slowing down one of the effects of ageing, according to new research.
Using weather radar to monitor insects
Scientists are developing a pioneering technique that allows them to monitor insects in the air using weather radars, as part of a research project called BioDAR.
Animals adapting too slowly to changing climate
Animals are not adapting fast enough in response to the changing climate, according to new research published today in Nature Communications.
Biology students awarded prestigious Beaumont Awards
Two BSc Biology students have been awarded the prestigious Beaumont Award.