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Less funding leads to plagiarism

As scientific researchers become ever more competitive for scarce funding, scientific journals are increasing efforts to identify submissions that plagiarise the work of others.

New fingerprint technique

South African researchers have developed a new fingerprint classification and recognition technique, the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) said.

Shark compound fights human viruses

Sharks are primitive creatures but their bodies produce a sophisticated substance that shows promise in fighting a range of human viruses, researchers said.

Device to improve sense of touch

Researchers have developed a glove with a special fingertip designed to improve the wearer's sense of touch.

Your spit can reveal your age

Researchers said they can use saliva samples to predict a person's age, a discovery that could help CSI investigators track suspects and open the door to personalised medicine.

Ancestry vs nutrition & disease

Scientists are just beginning to consider the impact of gene-diet interactions in different populations in regards to disease prevention and treatment.

Youth Sex Survey released

Praekelt Foundation has released the results of a groundbreaking Youth Sex Survey, providing fascinating insight into the sexual behaviour and beliefs of SA youth.

Scientists close to reading minds

Neuroscientists at the University of Glasgow say they have found a way to identify the type of information contained within certain brainwaves related to vision.

Vit A plays key role in human body

Vitamin A plays a more direct role than previously believed in sperm cell production, development of the central nervous system, and other vital physiological functions.

Spider venom to treat human illness

A newly identified toxin in spider venom may help lead to new ways to treat pain and disease in humans, scientists report.