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- Immune functions traded in for reproductive success
- Thermal storage units that repair themselves
- Sweat science: Engineers detect health markers in thread-based, wearable sweat sensors
| Immune functions traded in for reproductive success Posted: 30 Jul 2020 11:13 AM PDT Researchers have investigated the phenomenon of sexual parasitism in deep-sea anglerfish. The scientists show that this very rare mode of reproduction is associated with the loss of adaptive immunity. In the course of evolution, however, the animals have reorganized their immune systems and only survive with the help of their innate immunity. |
| Thermal storage units that repair themselves Posted: 29 Jul 2020 11:14 AM PDT In future, paraffin wax could help to make underground thermal storage units more durable. Such systems are used, for example, to store solar energy over a longer period of time. In a new study, geologists from investigated the extent to which paraffin wax can be incorporated into the shell of the storage tanks and whether this can prevent heat loss and close fissures. |
| Sweat science: Engineers detect health markers in thread-based, wearable sweat sensors Posted: 28 Jul 2020 08:35 AM PDT Engineers have created a first-of-its-kind, flexible electronic sensing patch that can be sewn into clothing to analyze sweat for multiple markers. The patch could be used to to diagnose and monitor acute and chronic health conditions or to monitor athletic performance. |
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