Chemical Physics

Physics research suggests new pathways for cancer progression

9 Feb 2012

Observing that certain cancer cells may exhibit greater flexibility than normal cells, some scientists believe that this capability promotes rapid tumor growth. Now computer simulations developed by Boston University Biomedical Engineering Assistant Professor Muhammad Zaman and collaborators at the University of Texas at Austin appear to support this view. A 3D model of healthy and cancer cells ...

The Hertz Foundation Selects 50 Finalists for 2012-2013 Hertz Fellowship Supporting Gifted Young Leaders in Applied ...

9 Feb 2012

LIVERMORE, Calif., Feb. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The Fannie and John Hertz Foundation has announced its finalists for the 2012-2013 Hertz Fellowship. Fifty are chosen from over 600 applicants. From these, ...

Trinity team helping develop fold-up TV

8 Feb 2012

SCIENTISTS AT Trinity College Dublin are helping to develop a television screen that can be rolled up and put in your back pocket. They are also helping a brewing company build a better beer bottle.