Team makes gecko-inspired adhesive bandage
CHICAGO (Reuters) - Scientists have long admired the gecko lizard for its gravity-defying feet. Now U.S. researchers have made a waterproof bandage inspired by the sticky surface of a gecko's paws. feeds.reuters.com
Study: Warming May Threaten Lake Tahoe
RENO, Nev. (AP) -- A new study predicts water circulation in Lake Tahoe is being dramatically altered by global warming, threatening the lake's delicate ecosystem and famed clear waters.... hosted.ap.org
Gene raises asthma risk
RESEARCHERS studying an isolated community of farmers have identified a new gene linked with asthma and said it might be used both to diagnose the condition and perhaps to treat it. news.com.au