Controller says he doesn’t suspect any wrongdoing

State Controller John Chiang yesterday directed his office to audit the state stem cell institute to ensure that all necessary oversight and procedures are in place as millions of taxpayers dollars begin to roll out.
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It will be the third review of the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine’s finances, which have been studied by an independent [...]

Prosthetic Limbs That Can Feel

A new surgical method is the first step in making prostheses with sensory capabilities.

Stopping Battlefield Bleeding

A polymer-filled pouch that expands when exposed to blood can quickly halt bleeding.

Measuring Muscles

A new handheld device could replace invasive techniques for evaluating muscle tissue and speed research on drugs for Lou Gehrig’s disease.

Tryptophan, Turkey and Trust

Your holiday turkey won’t give you more faith in your family, but new research suggests that there is a relationship between tryptophan and trust.

Stem Cells without the Embryos

An easy method for reprogramming adult cells may resolve ethical objections.

Detecting Decay

A new device could help dentists better detect the early signs of tooth decay.

A Wiring Diagram of the Brain

The emerging field of connectomics could help researchers decode the brain’s approach to information processing.

Tiny, Sensitive Magnetic-Field Detectors

Arrays of cheap magnetic sensors could detect improvised explosive devices.