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Scientists have created and patented a ground-breaking new shock-absorbing material that could revolutionize both the defense and planetary science sectors. The breakthrough was made by a team from the University of Kent, led by Professors Ben Goult and Jen Hiscock. Named TSAM (Talin Shock Absorb
Source: SciTechDailyCategories: Healthcare Professionals, Latest HeadlinesTweet
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Mashup Score: 2Gut feelings: mechanosensing in the gastrointestinal tract - Nature Reviews Gastroenterology & Hepatology - 2 year(s) ago
Mechanosensation — detecting mechanical forces and converting them into physiological responses — is important for normal gastrointestinal tract function. Mechanosensation abnormalities are frequently found in gastrointestinal diseases. This Review describes the physical properties of the gut relevant for mechanosensing, as well as the mechanosensory molecules, cells and circuits involved in…
Source: NatureCategories: Gastroenterology, Latest HeadlinesTweet
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Mashup Score: 26Sensing of tubular flow and renal electrolyte transport - 3 year(s) ago
The kidneys are essential for water and electrolyte homeostasis. This Review outlines the effect of tubular flow on renal electrolyte transport along the nephron and the current challenges in the emerging field of tubular flow dynamics in the kidney.
Source: Nature Reviews NephrologyCategories: Latest Headlines, NephrologyTweet
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