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 ...

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.

Chandler district backs its science standards

8 Feb 2012

A national group gave Arizona a "D' for its science standards, but Chandler's blueprint for science education appears robust.