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The promise of nanosurgeons to defeat cancer
From nanorobot surgeons that could defeat cancer to nanobiosensors that detect deadly diseases at very early stages, if there is one field in which nanotechnology can bring about a real revolution, it is medicine. We take a look at the hurdles that several promising projects have to overcome to make their way into hospitals.
05/01/2022
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Drones to create rain in the desert
While Native American tribes historically performed weather modification rituals that attempted to invoke rain, nowadays drones and electrical discharges are being used to create rainfall in the desert. But to what extent can these technologies be used to manipulate the weather?
13/10/2021
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Global chip crisis leaves our machines without brains
The pandemic has triggered an unprecedented global microchip shortage. In addition to losses in the millions, the chip supply woes could lead to a slowdown in innovation and delays in launch of new devices. Why has this major crisis occurred in such a crucial sector?
04/08/2021
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Five technology books for seeing beyond the pandemic
From vaccines to climate change, genetic engineering to digital transformation, these new publications are a look at the world after the pandemic and the global challenges that lie ahead.
21/04/2021
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The challenges of maintaining teleworking after the pandemic
The coronavirus crisis has led to a radical change in work patterns. Teleworking has become established worldwide, and along with it new ways of managing tasks, offices and even communications between employees. But significant challenges still lie ahead if this formula is to become fully integrated.
20/01/2021