Science News for January 6, 1998

Discovery Channel Returns From Underwater Scientific Expedition Off The Coast Of Cuba

A team of internationally renowned scientists returns from a month-long deep sea scientific expedition off the coast of Cuba, discovering four brand new species and 26 previously unknown fish. The expedition used advanced technology to explore coral reefs and shipwrecks, shedding light on underwater conservation.

SourceHarbor Branch Oceanographic Institution·DateJan 6, 1998

Cellular Engineers Design Custom Cell Surfaces Able To Adhere To Synthetic Materials

Researchers at Berkeley Lab create cells with engineered surface properties using unnatural sugars, enabling control over cell adhesion to synthetic materials. This technology has potential applications in biocompatible materials, artificial organs, and cancer diagnosis and treatment.

SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·DateJan 6, 1998

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