Deep-learning model predicts how fruit flies form, cell by cell

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New nanoparticles stimulate the immune system to attack ovarian tumors: « Targeted particles carrying the cytokine IL-12 can jump-start T cells, allowing them to clear tumors while avoiding side effects

Most male entrepreneurs start a firm in an industry closely related to their father’s industry. These ventures tend to have superior outcomes

Attention lapses due to sleep deprivation due to flushing fluid from brain

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Printable aluminum alloy sets strength records, may enable lighter aircraft parts: « Incorporating machine learning, MIT engineers developed a way to 3D print alloys that are much stronger than conventionally manufactured versions

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New model that explains lithium intercalation rates in lithium-ion batteries could guide the design of faster-charging, longer-lasting batteries

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