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IVF birth weights increased over 25 years -child's feet

IVF birth weights increased over 25 years

A Manchester led study has revealed that babies born by IVF have increased birth weights by nearly 200g over the past 25 years.
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Manchester scientist honoured on International Women’s Day

Professor Sue Kimber, a developmental biologist, will be honoured at the Engineering and Physical Sciences Suffrage Science Awards.

Two-dimensional ‘Lego’ shows new methods for creating electronics

Two-dimensional ‘Lego’ shows new methods for creating electronics

An international team have found that by placing 2D materials on top of each other a hybrid is formed, creating unique opportunities for future technologies.

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Graphene yarns could be used to produce smart textiles

Manchester researchers have developed a new production process for graphene-based performance textiles.
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Skype hypnotherapy is effective IBS treatment

A study has revealed the potential of Skype for delivering hypnotherapy remotely to patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

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Research suggests insomnia could cause heart disease

An international team has found that increased insomnia symptoms almost double the risk of coronary artery disease.

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Graphite offers up new quantum surprise

Researchers have discovered an unexpected phenomena in graphite, busting previous myths about its properties.

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