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The University of Liège launches the Centre for the Study of War and Violence
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- Fonds De La Recherche Scientifique - FNRS
Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology study reveals evolving summer aerosol pollution
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- Journal of Environmental Sciences
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- National Natural Science Foundation of China, National Key Research and Development Program of China
Q&A: Ebola outbreak and public health emergency
Penn StateMetallurgy: Hidden order unlocks the strength of β-titanium alloys
Advanced Institute for Materials Research (AIMR), Tohoku University- Journal
- Journal of Alloys and Compounds
Q&A: What can plant evolution teach people about breeding better crops?
Penn StateDesigning materials that matter: Advancing nanoscale innovations at Hasanuddin University
Hasanuddin UniversityFrom curiosity to research
For Prof. Dahlang Tahir, physics was never solely about abstract curiosity. It was about bridging the gap between theoretical understanding and real-world applications. “Over the years, this quest has led my research across an unusually wide scientific landscape, spanning condensed matter physics, nanotechnology, renewable energy, radiation protection, biodegradable materials, drug delivery, and antimicrobial biomaterials,” reflects Prof. Tahir. While the list is long, in practice, it reflects a remarkably consistent research vision. Be it carbon-based nanomaterials, cellulose composites, or biopolymer wound dressings, Prof. Tahir is driven by the same goal "to design and optimize materials at the nanoscale to maximize their functional performance in critical applications.”
Driving Global Health Innovation: Professor Firzan Nainu at Hasanuddin University
Hasanuddin UniversityThe spark behind the science
How do living systems work? Can we translate this understanding into health benefits?
Sparked by a persistent curiosity to find answers, Dr. Firzan Nainu, a Professor at the Department of Pharmacy, Hasanuddin University, set himself on a path towards biomedical research. What followed was a deeper commitment to exploring the field and translating that knowledge into meaningful health benefits.
Using advanced imaging to improve brain cancer treatment
University of California - Los Angeles Health SciencesHealth on the esports circuit: Competitive video game players can face a range of injuries
Mayo ClinicCompeting in esports, also known as electronic sports, can mean training for several hours a day in front of a screen. Whether people participate in video game competitions at the professional or amateur level, they face physical and cognitive demands. Jane Konidis, M.D., a physiatrist and director of Gaming and Esports Medicine at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, shares tips to protect your health, whether you're using a video game console, computer or smartphone for esports activities.