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If you like spicy foods, then you're probably aware of the claimed anti-inflammatory qualities of turmeric. Scientists have now developed what they say is a more effective way of biologically delivering turmeric's active compound, curcumin.

Cotton is a widely-grown crop and its seeds are full of protein, so you might think they'd be a great source of food. Unfortunately, though, they're toxic to humans. That said, such is not the case with a newly-developed variety of the plant.

Scientists at Texas A&M University have figured out a way to supercharge boron carbide armor's already impressive stopping abilities, adding a little silicon to the mix so that it can withstand bullets traveling at even higher speeds.

​Given that they're applied to items such as furniture and home insulation, it would really be best if flame-retardant coatings didn't emit toxic fumes. That's why scientists from Texas A and M University have developed a non-toxic alternative, made from natural renewable materials.

Objects created by 3D printers tend not to be as strong as their traditionally-constructed counterparts. Thanks to new research, however, 3D-printed items can now be made that are reportedly 275 percent stronger than would otherwise be possible.​

Whether they're the result of injuries, surgery or birth defects such as cleft palate, missing sections of bone in the skull or jaw can certainly affect someone's appearance. A newly-developed foam-like material, however, may be able to help.

AMBER 2 is a bipedal robotic system that closely mirrors a human gait thanks to mathematical functions derived from human walking data. Amber 2's functions can also be applied to other robots to give them a more natural gait.

ZeroTouch is a prototype multi-touch system, in which users can touchlessly control applications by reaching into a picture-frame-like infrared sensing device.

A "nano-brick" coating developed for food wrap should help foods last considerably longer by sealing out oxygen.