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Scientists just made an all-silk cooling textile that reflects 94.8% of sunlight and lowers skin temperature by 4.3 °CScientists have engineered a revolutionary silk fabric, dubbed SilkNT, that cools the skin by an impressive 4.3°C without any batteries or ...
In 1950, peat cutters digging for fuel in Denmark uncovered a remarkably preserved body: It became Tollund Man and transformed the study of bog preservationIn 1950, Denmark's peat cutters made a groundbreaking discovery with the unearthing of Tollund Man, an Iron Age body in exceptional conditi...
A new nanotech breakthrough could help heal dangerous wounds antibiotics can’t treatScientists are using nanomaterials to heal stubborn wounds that resist antibiotic treatment through a new era of smart wound care. These li...
How an Australian connection helped Shaily Mehrotra build a Rs 1,500-crore Indian skincare brandA gap in science-backed skincare products in the Indian market prompted Shaily Mehrotra to start Fixderma, with an aim to solve common skin...
Business as second nature: Biomimicry offers a framework to shift from replication to innovation using natural principles
Scientists found rare microscopic Ice Age giant residues on ancient tools in the Carolinas, and it changed what they knew about early American huntersArchaeologists in the Carolinas have found direct evidence of Ice Age hunters killing megafauna. Using advanced protein residue and microsc...
Scientists finally figured out how mosquitoes track and bite humansMosquitoes possess a hidden sense: they track your body heat using infrared radiation. Researchers discovered this ability, which, when com...
The ugliest animal on Earth may be humanity's best hope for living longer — here's the scienceNaked mole rats, known for their longevity and cancer resistance, possess high levels of a protective molecule called HMW-HA. Researchers s...
Scientists just found the holy grail gene that could let humans regrow their own limbs one dayScientists studying naked mole rats discovered a gene linked to high levels of high molecular weight hyaluronic acid (HMW-HA), a substance ...
Your long fingernails can finally stop being a smartphone nightmareLong nails often make touchscreen use a challenge. Researchers are developing a conductive nail polish, incorporating compounds like taurin...
Wearable tech powered by sweat could eliminate the need for batteriesScientists in Japan have created a revolutionary wearable device powered by human sweat. This innovative technology uses special enzyme ink...
Why static cling gets worse in winter and the simple hack people useStatic electricity in clothes is a common problem. Many households are now using aluminum foil balls in dryers. This method helps reduce st...
NASA observes Argentina from the International Space Station and detects a gigantic pink heart nearly 10 kilometers wide, whose color does not have as romantic an origin as it seemsA stunning heart-shaped pink lake in Argentina, captured from space, reveals a fascinating scientific story. This vibrant hue is due to sal...
How Often Do Snakes Actually Shed?Snakes shed their skin through a process called ecdysis, driven by growth and skin maintenance, not aesthetics. Shedding frequency varies g...
Why Experts Say Vinegar and Hydrogen Peroxide Clean Better Together – And the Safe Way to Use ThemDiscover a powerful cleaning duo for your home. Vinegar and hydrogen peroxide, when used one after another, offer an effective and eco-frie...
Your sense of smell holds clues to your overall healthSince ancient Greek times, we've known that we smell differently when we are unwell. While we rely on blood analysis today, ancient Greek p...
Need to exercise caution while using disinfection chemicals directly on human skin: AMAIThe industry body Alkali Manufacturers Association of India said that there have been recent reports in the media on chemicals like sodium ...
Decoded: How lotions, perfumes trigger skin allergyThe chemicals present in consumer products displace natural fat-like molecules - called lipids - in skin cells.
Flexible 'skin' for robots to perform everyday tasksIt mimics the way a human finger experiences tension and compression as it slides along a surface or distinguishes among different textures.
Biodegradable, flexible electronic device developedZhenan Bao from Stanford University said,"We have been trying to mimic the function of human skin to think about how to develop future elec...