Mole crowdsourcing: There could be an app for that

New technique for identifying cancerous moles is based on collective effort and modern communication technology

Anti-fungal, blood treatment drugs may curb cervical cancer

Drug characteristics explored by Rutgers research team may also aid HIV treatment

Daily intake of Peptan reduces osteoarthritic pain

New study supports ability of Rousselot’s collagen peptide to reduce joint pain and improve joint function

New turning insert grades for challenging materials

Seco’s new TH1000 and TH1500 turning insert grades further extend the company’s offerings of extremely wear-resistant solutions for cutting difficult-to-machine materials.

Clariant intends to acquire Indian masterbatch producer

Clariant Chemicals (India) Limited intends to acquire Plastichemix Industries; synergies in product portfolio and customer base to boost masterbatch business

Lanxess to raise prices of rubber chemicals

The increases are required to offset raw material cost increases in Q1 2014.

Axalta coats Beijing’s Iconic Blue Cat Subway Line

With 231 stations in total, the Beijing subway is one of the world’s busiest subway systems, stretching 395 km

Traffic-light coding system for emergency surgery

New classification system to improve scheduling of emergency surgery highlighted in special issue of 'British Journal of Surgery'

Siemens offers free 30-day trial of human simulation software

Siemens PLM Software is now offering a free 30-day trial of Tecnomatix Jack software. Tecnomatix Jack is Siemens’ human simulation and ergonomic analysis software that is used by global manufacturers to build safe, efficient and more ergonomic workplaces.

Oxea increases prices for polyols

Oxea will increase list and off-list prices effective January 1, 2014

Palm exports from Indonesia seen climbing to 9-mth high

AirAsia gets RNP operations approval

With GE Aviation’s support, airline becomes the first Malaysian operator to fly new efficient flight paths