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20 Mar 2026

Robotic hand gently picks up fragile objects

Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin built a robotic hand called FORTE that uses tactile sensing and soft robotics to pick fragile items like potato chips and raspberries without crushing them.

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28 Nov 2025

Algorithms show how catalysts turn propane into propylene

Researchers at the University of Rochester developed algorithms that explain how nanoscale catalysts convert propane to propylene. The work reveals atomic features of metallic and oxide phases and could help improve industrial production methods.

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24 Oct 2025

Durban conference urges local vaccine production

CPHIA 2025 met in Durban to discuss how Africa can become more self-reliant in health. Leaders presented a US$3.2 billion plan to expand regional vaccine manufacturing and discussed funding pressures and local innovation.

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15 Aug 2025

Nigeria factory begins large production of rapid test kits

A WHO‑licensed factory in Nigeria has started to produce a large number of rapid diagnostic test kits for HIV, malaria and tuberculosis, using mainly local parts and aiming to increase domestic production over coming years.

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