Life Science
Hand-picked, positive examples related to health and a life style
Safe release
A tear in vacuumed packaging is irritating. But excess air in your body is dangerous.
A stab wound, say, can result in air leaking...
Pain-free reconstruction
If salamanders lose a limb, it grows back. For people with chronic wounds, however, things aren’t quite so simple.
Such wounds not only heal...
Game strength
Playing an instrument requires dexterity and lots of practice.
People whose arm strength has been compromised, because of a stroke, for example, are often...
Mindful regulation
Evening walks sharpen our senses. We perceive nature more clearly at night. The same goes for our bodies.
By closing our eyes and concentrating...
Unbeatable
Growing your own food sustainably so that you are not reliant on foreign supply has its advantages. As we have seen in Los Angeles,...
Exposed healing
Light is at the heart of our daily rhythms and brightens our lives.
Its healing properties are the subject of a new study conducted...
Coming-off naturally
Our body can achieve miracles, but sometimes it needs a little support. Like stents for breathing or pacemakers.
The latter are often fitted after...
Naturally reduced
Vinegar is a miracle food that can be used to cook and clean.
But seaweed is just as versatile. Now a research team from...
Clean vision
If you’re driving in the rain, you need your windscreen wipers to work.
Maintaining a clear view is equally important for any surgery involving...
Tailor-made comfort
A chipped tooth gets a crown. Custom-fitted by the dentist for optimal use.
Prosthetic limbs help people walk or handle things again. But artificial...
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