Scientists at the Zhejiang University in China have developed an ultra-light material known as carbon aerogel.
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Scientists are working on a portable spray-on-skin that can heal severe wounds in just a few minutes.The spray mainly contains important proteins that can reprogram the injured cells to become stem cells, and back to young uniformed skin cells. So far they were able to accelerate healing process from 12 weeks to 21 days with a similar approach.
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Out of all the senses, smell is most closely linked to memory.
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At 15 years old, Jack Andraka invented a method of diagnosing pancreatic cancer, thus helping to save the lives of millions of people around the world. It is 168 times faster, 26,000 times cheaper, 400 times more sensitive, and has a 99% success rate.
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Because heat expands the metal, the Eiffel Tower always leans away from the sun.
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One barrel of petroleum holds 42 gallons.
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The hair of an adult man or woman can stretch 25 percent of its length without breaking.
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Hot water can freeze faster than cold water.
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