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Embryonic cells sense stiffness in order to form the face
Cells in the developing embryo can sense the stiffness of other cells around them, which is key to them moving together to form the face and skull.
Tropical frogs can adapt to climate change, but rapid warming still a huge threat
A population of Seychelles frogs have adapted to a warmer climate over time, but as these adaptations have evolved gradually, the rapidly warming climate still poses a threat to species’ survival.
3D printed medication activated by smartphone screen
The light from a smartphone screen can be used to print medications, in a new 3D printing technique developed by UCL researchers.
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