Researchers at the Chinese University of Hong Kong have developed an artificial skin that can effectively indicate if damage has occurred, in the same way that our skin bruises naturally. The new skin is made using an ionic hydrogel, and demonstrates changes in electrical signaling when it is deformed. It also produces a purple color… Read More »
The weather hasn’t been great all week, says Daniella Moyles, and, luckily, she doesn’t expect any sympathy. It’s been nice in Ireland, hasn’t it?” she asks. “Sunny?” Sun and hailstones, I tell her, and she offers a sympathetic grimace. The sky is blue through the window behind her on Zoom, and when Daniella pivots the… Read More »
A Meath TD has revealed that a shocking skin-cancer scare which led to the removal of a tumour from his scalp, has made him “reorder” his perspective and priorities. ontú party leader Peadar Tóibín says the diagnosis has also made him fully aware of the fear other cancer patients must be feeling due to treatment… Read More »
It is predicted that by the year 2030, 366 million people will have diabetes worldwide. Due to this worrying epidemic, there is a growing need for additional diabetes screening tools and knowing how to spot the early signs of the disease to ensure earlier treatment. According to studies, the tongue may hold many clues including… Read More »
Campus life won’t be quite as carefree as it used to be, thanks to coronavirus. Colleges are gearing up to kick off the fall semester, but because coronavirus is still very much with us, their “welcome back” announcements will be quite a bit different this year. New school policies and student responsibilities to mitigate COVID-19… Read More »