Stem cell HIV cure proves successful in oldest patient to date

A 66-year-old man has become the fourth patient, and the oldest to date, to be effectively cured of a HIV infection after undergoing a stem cell transplant from a donor with a rare genetic mutation that has been linked to HIV resistance.

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How a Silicon Valley dad designed the next generation of face mask

For the last few years, Kevin Ngo has spent his spare time developing a new kind of reusable face mask. The resulting Flo Mask is a radically different take on face masks: light, comfortable, and as protective as any disposable mask around.

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PFAS linked to infertility, diabetes and billions in economic costs

Researchers have found strong evidence exposure to a common group of household chemicals can be associated with 13 different health conditions. The related economic costs have been estimated at between US$5 billion and $60 billion annually in the US.

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Heimplanet reshapes inflatable exo-frame tent to cut weight, grow size

The latest Heimplanet tent is designed for duos who like to be well-prepared. A new evolution of Heimplanet's inflatable geodesic design creates a tent with a low weight, plenty of stability, and room for two+ people and the gear they brought.

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Horizon presents a 50% scale prototype of its badass Cavorite X5 eVTOL

Toronto's Horizon Aircraft has unveiled a 50% prototype of its gorgeous – and very unique – electric VTOL air taxi. The Cavorite X5 separates itself from the pack as the only eVTOL that completely covers its lift fans for super low-drag cruise flight.

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Small but perfectly formed: RIBA’s Stephen Lawrence shortlist revealed

RIBA has announced the 2022 Stephen Lawrence Prize shortlist. Consisting of seven superb UK projects built to a modest budget, highlights include an impressive extension built into some ruins and an energy efficient renovation of a 1960s home.

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Tiny 160-gram mini PC packs dual 4K HDMI ports for portable media center

You don’t always need a big desktop rig covered in RGB LEDs – decent specs can come in tiny packages. The Pix Nii is one of the smallest and lightest mini PCs we’ve seen, which along with its dual 4K HDMI ports could make it a great media center.

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Scientists identify potential “weak spot” in drug-resistant cancers

Scientists in Spain have uncovered a mechanism behind why some cancer patients don’t respond well to treatments – and more importantly, found a “weak spot” that could be targeted by existing drugs.

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Diabetes breakthrough restores insulin production using existing drug

Australian scientists have demonstrated a new way to restore insulin production in pancreatic cells, using a drug that’s already approved for use in humans. The study could mark a major breakthrough towards new treatments for diabetes.

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Zephyr UAS smashes its own endurance record, may still be up there

The remarkable Zephyr is a stratospheric UAV designed to fly ultra-long endurance missions acting as a solar-powered observation and comms platform. In its latest test, it sailed past its old endurance record two weeks ago, and may still be up there.

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