Monday, February 22, 2016

ScienceDaily: Latest Science News

ScienceDaily: Latest Science News


E. coli survives predatory bacteria by playing hide and seek

Posted: 21 Feb 2016 11:22 AM PST

The majority of disease-causing bacteria in the body are rendered harmless by the protective effects of the immune system. Those that manage to escape the immune system can be killed by antibiotics, but bacteria are becoming more and more resistant to more and more antibiotics.

Paper skin sensors for environmental monitoring

Posted: 21 Feb 2016 11:22 AM PST

Everyday materials found in the kitchen, such as aluminum foil, sticky note paper, sponges and tape, have been used by a team of electrical engineers to develop a low-cost sensor that can detect external stimuli, including touch, pressure, temperature, acidity and humidity.