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Restoring leg movement

Previously paralysed rats are able to walk — and run — again.

Hat, sunscreen and aspirin?

Common painkillers may protect against skin cancer.

Personality may be the key to longevity

Being outgoing and enjoying laughter could help you reach 100.

Fixing hearts with skin cells

Skin cells can be transformed into heart muscle cells.

Tea could mask Olympic doping

Green and white teas can hide the presence of testosterone.

Paralysed patients control robotic arm with their minds

Technology provides hope for paralysed patients to lead more independent lives.

Can our computers be infected with bacteria?

You should always wash before you type.

Cancer can be tracked with Google

Scientists are using search engine algorithims to find cancer biomarkers.

Cooking makes you healthier

All those hours that you’ve spent watching Master Chef could actually pay off.

Waking embryos in the womb

Your brain may already be awake before you are born.

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