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Using wood to fight fire?
Researchers hope to curb forest fires with a gel containing molecules derived from wood. We know it's possible to fight fire with fire - it's the principle of the counter-fire used to fight forest fires - but the idea of fighting fire with wood is not only counter-intuitive, it's downright mind-boggling.
The number of retracted scientific articles is on the rise
A study conducted in the field of ophthalmology confirms a trend observed in all scientific journals.
Predicting antifungal resistance with a catalog of mutations
To help clinical staff choose the right drug against a fungal infection, researchers have classified the protective effects of around 4,000 mutations of a pathogenic fungus.
Maple syrup reduces some of the adverse effects of refined sugar on human health
Replacing some of the refined sugar we consume with maple syrup would have positive effects on certain risk factors associated with cardiometabolic health.
What to watch out for: exam anxiety in elementary school students
This condition in children predicts anxiety about the transition from primary to secondary school, loss of motivation and difficulty adapting in the first year of secondary school, according to research from the Faculty of Education.
A new telescope at the Mont-Cosmos Observatory
The student community and astronomy enthusiasts can benefit from this state-of-the-art instrument thanks to a partnership with ABB.
The upsurge of landslides in Nunavik under study
A partnership project is underway to document the properties of the region's soils and help communities better cope with climate change.
Purchase subsidies boost adoption of electric cars
Laval University team sheds light on the effects of financial assistance on the acquisition of zero-emission vehicles.
Liver disease: an extract from the camu-camu fruit cleanses the liver
The effects of the fruit's polyphenols are promising for people with fatty liver disease, according to a study.
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