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Researchers Aim to Analyze Data from Thousands of Manholes Simultaneously in Chicago

Your toilet activity could be a huge clue as to how a viral outbreak is being contained and maintained.June 01, 2020It& 39;s not just the droplets we spread from coughing, spitting, or sneezing that can spread viruses and the coronavirus in particular.New research has pointed out that other bodily orifices also contribute to the management of the virus, as local health departments can use such waste to track, trace, and prevent viral outbreaks.

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Engineers Develop New Fuel Cells that Provide Double the Voltage as Hydrogen Ones

2021

Liquid-fueled fuel cells offer an attractive alternative to hydrogen fuel cells.June 18, 2020The transportation system is one of the largest energy consumers, and it relies on proper electrification. Ensuring that that electrification process if environmentally friendly and durable is critical.A team of engineers from the McKelvey School of Engineering at Washington University in St.

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New Blood Test Detects Cancer 4 Years Ahead of Symptoms

2021

The blood test screens for five of the most common cancers.July 23, 2020If cancer is detected early, the chances of survival increase. So it& 39;s good news that an international team of scientists has developed a blood test that can detect five of the most common types of cancers four years before symptoms are picked up by current methods.

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New Ballpoint Pen Kills Viruses With Its Special Plastic Coating

2021

The recipe for the pen& 39;s virus-killing plastic coating remains a trade secret.September 07, 2020The useful daily device we& 39;ve all been waiting for has arrived. It& 39;s a self-cleaning, virus-killing ballpoint pen created by German company Messmer.The Messmer pen& 39;s plastic coating is what does the trick.