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• Organic Detectors for X-Rays
  Siemens is conducting research into organic detectors for X-rays. This technology has the potential to substantially reduce production costs and also promises better image resolution than is possib...
• New centrifuge technology will enable multi-sample adhesive and composite strength testing
  A new analytical centrifuge is being used to test adhesive bonds, coatings and composites. BAM Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing's scientists had the idea that samples should no ...
• Blood is thicker than water - and blood plasma is, too
  A German-American research team has succeeded in demonstrating that blood plasma has a much greater effect on how blood flows than was previously thought. The groups led by Christian Wagner (Saarla...
• Daisies are a thing of the past - Today, hormones and taste reveal the secrets of love
  In a new study by ttz Bremerhaven, biochemical analyses and taste tests give an insight into the behaviour of people in love. The research institute is investigating the influence of hormone levels...
• Research project adopts entirely new approach to developing micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS)
  The design of micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) is about to undergo a technological revolution: experts from research institutions and industry are investigating entirely new methods for devel...
• Minimal Exposure for Outstanding CT Images
  With the development of the Stellar detectors, Siemens has increased the sensitivity of its computer tomography (CT) detectors to an unprecedented level. CT scanners are equipped with one or two X-...
• A Macromolecular Shredder for RNA - Structure of the machinery for RNA disposal unraveled
  Much in the same way as we use shredders to destroy documents that are no longer useful or that contain potentially damaging information, cells use molecular machines to degrade unwanted or defecti...
• REACH review supports ECHA's strategic objectives
  The REACH review, published by the European Commission, reports on the regulation's effect and the recommendations to reinforce ECHA's long term strategic objectives. ECHA welcomes and looks forwar...