Study determines that each city has its own microbial signature

We've been hearing a lot lately about how every person hosts their own unique population of viruses and bacteria, known as their microbiome. Well, according to a new international study, the same thing is true of cities.

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Discarded fish scales and frog skin used to make bone repair material

The people of Singapore consume a lot of fish, and – perhaps surprisingly to some of us – a lot of frog meat. Scientists have now developed a method of converting the waste from both foods into a material that helps bone to regrow.

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Why a Peristaltic Pump May Be The Best Solution

Wastewater monitoring has become increasingly important in not only ensuring a producer's consent compliance through automated quality checks, data logging and...

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AIA Housing Awards highlights best new American homes

The American Institute of Architects has revealed the recipients of its annual Housing Awards. This year's selection includes a house and office that received an energy efficient renovation, and a beach house that meets awkward zoning requirements.

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Apple Airtag – The iPhone accessory that helps you locate lost items

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Apple has introduced AirTag, a small and stylishly designed accessory to help keep track of and find important items with Apple’s Find My app.

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Sony invites musicians to control sound effects with gestures

We've seen a number of projects over the years that turn gestures and body movement into music, including the Fitbit-like Mictic and Beatjazz Hands. Now Sony is jumping on stage with a wearable effects generator for musicians called Motion Sonic.

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