Who invented the Test Tube?
Before anything else, it is necessary for us to define what test tubes we are talking about. This is because there are different elements associated with the term ‘test tube’. First of all, there are...
View ArticleWho Invented Paper?
Paper, as we all know, is commonly used for various purposes including printing, wrapping and writing. These days, it is normal for paper to be prepared using wood that is acquired from rapidly...
View ArticlePeriodic Table of Storytelling
Research work may not be as fun as you think. There are many times researchers just spend time on countless waiting. If you are really bored, why not write a science fiction? The Periodic Table of...
View ArticleWhat is Yellow Fever?
The term ‘yellow fever’ is basically used to denote a viral infection that is largely spread by mosquitoes. Here’s a look into its symptoms, causes and treatment: The symptoms of yellow fever The one...
View ArticleSide Effect of Divorce: High Blood Pressure
A research team at University of Arizona published a report that divorce is linked to high blood pressure, which eventually leads to heart attacks, strokes, kidney damage and dementia. Based on a...
View ArticleFirst Radiation Treatment Drug
The memory of Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster is still clear. People are still worried about food coming from Japan are contaminated by radiation. However, several years after the disaster, the...
View ArticleYawning is Contagious to Cats Too
This is such a cute video showing that yawning is not only contagious to human, but also cats and dogs. It is not a secret that yawning is contagious. Yawning is so contagious that watching someone...
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There is an article on wikiHow to guide people on how to have a sense of humour. Can sense of humour be taught? It may be the same question as a leader is naturally born or trained. Claudia M. Haase...
View ArticleRabbit Virus Eats No Carrots… They Kill Cancer Cells
Not all viruses are bad. Researchers at University of Florida discovered a rabbit virus able to kill some cancer cells and improve bone marrow transplants. The myxoma virus which is found in rabbits...
View ArticleSalad + Egg = Healthier Heart and Eyes
Adding a hard boiled egg to your next salad diet might be a good idea. Dr. Wayne Campbell who led a research team at Purdue University found that eating salad with eggs improves nutrient absorption....
View ArticleBreasts Cultivation in Petri Dishes
Researchers at German Research Center for Environmental Health has successfully grew breasts in petri dishes. Research group led by Dr. Christina Scheel has been able to culture human breast...
View ArticleThe Curse of Thomas Edison
Scientists at University of Washington is investigating the root cause of us sleeping less than our ancestors. They came to conclusion and published in the Journal of Biological Rhythms on 18 June...
View ArticleWearables That Will Be Banned in Singapore
Companies and researchers are investing in developing the wearable device, including Google (glass), FitBit, JawBone, Fossil, Nike, Garmin and Apple. Scientists of University of Manitoba, Canada,...
View ArticleStroke Recovery with Electric Current
Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) in Singapore studied the use of electric current to stimulate severe stroke patients’ brains to help them regain limbs control. The team used...
View ArticleHow to Make Invisible Ink?
Email and instant messaging have replaced the writing of physical letter or notes. It is still important to equip our fellow readers with knowledge of creating invisible ink in case there is a need...
View ArticleBreast Cancer: not a sweet sugar
In recent years, there are articles online saying that “sugar is the new smoking”. Is it true? There are various evidence showing that obesity is the cause of many diseases, and sugar plays an...
View ArticleWhat is Golden Rice?
Rice is the staple food for billions of people. It does not contain any vitamin A naturally. Golden rice is genetically modified rice (Oryza sativa). It is modified to produce enzymes for the...
View ArticleWhat Animals Have Different Coloured Blood?
Warning: This is a bloody article. Not suitable for people with homophobia. Is Blood Red or Blue? It is a common sense that blood is red. However our blood appears blue when we look at our veins. Is...
View ArticleShould We Manage and Sustain Marine Fisheries?
Image credit There are currently approximately 200 million people employed in the fishery industrial sector worldwide. The importance of the fishery industry to their livelihood can be said as central...
View ArticleNerdy Valentine’s Gift: I (Stick Figure Anatomical Heart) Science Magnet
What a subtle way to express your love (for science). According to relationship experts, men who wear red appear more attractive to women. Giving out this hot red little magnet printed with...
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