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August 28, 2016

Modelling water uptake in wood opens up new design framework
Washington DC (SPX) Aug 26, 2016
Analytical approach could accelerate the development of new preservation treatments delivering environmental benefits and help in the design of bio-inspired smart actuators. Wood is a highly complex biological system and its mechanical performance is strongly linked to the interaction of water with the cell walls - a key component of the structure. Our understanding of this versatile material relies heavily on extensive experimental programmes involving thousands of tests and carefully prepared sa ... read more

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				Molecular signature shows plants are adapting to increasing CO2 Plants are adapting to increasing atmospheric CO2 according to a new study from the University of Southampton. The research, published in the journal Global Change Biology, provides insight into the ... more		The relationship between erosion and tectonics in the Himalayas Earth's climate interacts with so called surface processes - such as landslides or river erosion - and tectonics to shape the landscape that we see. In some regions, the sheer force of these process ... more

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