Cornea implant made from pig skin restores vision in landmark pilot trial

A cornea implant made out of collagen gathered from pig skin has restored the vision of volunteers in a landmark study. Pending further testing, the novel implant is hoped to improve the vision of millions waiting for difficult transplant surgeries.

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Pass the CAPM exam on your first try with a virtual training class from Master of Project

Learn what Master of Project has to offer for the utmost exam preparation. Image: mnirat/Adobe Stock The Certified Associate in Project Management exam, better known by its abbreviation CAPM, gives…

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The 3 pillars of a successful tech leadership career: Experience, curiosity and creativity

Image: iStockphoto/fizkes Must-read CXO coverage There is tremendous value in learning how to code, but it’s not the be-all and end-all to a career in tech. In fact, it can…

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Hydrogel bandage uses ultrasound to better stick to the skin

Getting a bandage to stick to your skin can sometimes be difficult, particularly if that skin is wet. This isn't a problem with an experimental new wound dressing however, which uses ultrasound-induced microbubbles to better bond with the skin.

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New polymer removes dye from wastewater, and can be reused afterwards

In wastewater produced by the textile industry and others, dye is one of the primary pollutants. A newly developed synthetic polymer is capable of removing that dye from the water, plus it can be cleaned up and reused to treat more wastewater.

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Worms raised on seaweed could be a more sustainable salmon feed

While the farming of salmon does help take pressure off wild stocks, the feed used to raise the fish still isn't entirely sustainably sourced. That may change, however, thanks to nutrient-rich worms that eat readily available seaweed.

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