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Jets of bacteria carry microscopic cargoes

Scientists at the Niels Bohr Institute have successfully controlled bacterial jets to carry strings of microscopic cargos, opening up new possibilities for biological tools and medical applications. The novel approach utilizes a liquid crystal to dictate bacterial movement, suppressing instabilities and enabling precise cargo transport.

SourceUniversity of Copenhagen·JournalNature Physics·DateMar 23, 2020

Hurricanes have become bigger and more destructive for USA; new study from the Niels Bohr Institute

Researchers at the Niels Bohr Institute find that hurricanes have increased in size and destructive force, with a clear climate signal behind the trend. The new calculation method reveals a significant increase in the frequency of the most destructive hurricanes, which now rival those from the past century.

SourceUniversity of Copenhagen·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateNov 11, 2019

Women are beautiful, men rational

A study of 3.5 million books found that words describing women tend to focus on physical appearance, while those describing men refer to behavior and personal qualities. The analysis highlights the potential impact of biased language on AI systems and employee recommendations.

New weapon to combat counterfeit goods: use your smartphone to check for fake merchandise

Researchers at the University of Copenhagen have developed a 100% effective labelling system that uses a unique chemical fingerprint to identify genuine products. The system, which can be checked using a phone app, has been tested with a 100% success rate and has the potential to revolutionize the fight against counterfeit goods.

SourceUniversity of Copenhagen·JournalACS Applied Materials & Interfaces·DateFeb 21, 2019

New research can improve heart health

Researchers found that people with a specific gene variation have lower blood lipids and a reduced risk of arteriosclerosis. The study, based on two large population studies, suggests that inhibiting apolipoprotein C3 could be an effective target for new drugs to prevent cardiovascular disease.

SourceUniversity of Copenhagen·JournalNew England Journal of Medicine·DateJun 18, 2014

Football for untrained 70-year-old men

Untrained elderly men achieved marked improvements in maximum oxygen uptake, muscle function, and bone mineralization after playing football for four months. The study shows that intense football training can change the lives of elderly men, making it easier to live an active life and overcome physical challenges.

SourceUniversity of Copenhagen·JournalScandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports·DateJun 6, 2014