Science

Blind, but able to 'see' traffic

Illustration by Fred Matamoros for The National

A UAE University professor is leading a project to create a wireless system using GPS to help visually impaired pedestrians. Read Article Blind, but able to 'see' traffic

Pressing the crowd for data

Abu Dhabi researchers will take part in an international crowd-sourcing project. Read Article Pressing the crowd for data

Hysteria, and why it is so catchy

Is hysteria really infectious? A case in a New York high school may offer new clues, doctors say. Read Article Hysteria, and why it is so catchy

Arab world's launch into space marred by 'lack of confidence'

Institute chief seeks Arab federation for astro industry. Read Article Arab world's launch into space marred by 'lack of confidence'

DNA evidence suggests the whole world is a little bit Arab

Did modern man first settle on the Arabian Peninsula before migrating to the rest of the world? Scientists believe their research proves they did. Read Article DNA evidence suggests the whole world is a little bit Arab

New light on galaxies' hearts of darkness

Abu Dhabi scientists look for proof of the existance of supermassive black holes. Read Article New light on galaxies' hearts of darkness

How to engineer better decisions

Scientists at the Masdar Institute are working on systems that make complex, timely and effective decisions as effortless as possible. Read Article How to engineer better decisions

New theories to predict freak events

By concentrating on the unusual rather than the average, a probability analysis has provided insights into finance and the weather. Read Article New theories to predict freak events

Water summit a testament to Abu Dhabi's commitment

Masdar's Dr Hilal Nidal says Abu Dhabi's consumption of water resources is 24 times greater than its natural recharge capacity. Read Article Water summit a testament to Abu Dhabi's commitment

Abu Dhabi researcher closes in on elusive blue glow

Pance Naumov at New York University Abu Dhabi hopes for breakthrough in the field of sensor technology. Read Article Abu Dhabi researcher closes in on elusive blue glow

Masdar Institute working to keep smart power grids safe from hackers

Renewable sources need advanced communications ¿ which opens the door to hackers and cyber-terrorists. Read Article Masdar Institute working to keep smart power grids safe from hackers

Are insulin surges the trigger for cancer?

New research has shown a connection between obesity, insulin and the prevalance of cancer, and new insights suggest a diabetic treatment will not only reduce insulin levels but take the fight to the 'Big C'. Read Article Are insulin surges the trigger for cancer?

High voltage: the current debate about AC-DC

The debate over AC versus DC electricity continues. Read Article High voltage: the current debate about AC-DC

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Stressed villagers in battle to crush a India 'mining mafia'

These are all of stone-crushing operations on Dabla mountain, amid the Aravalli Hill range. (Panini Anand for The National)

Residents say stone-crushers and illegal mines are destroying land and accuse local officials of conspiring with quarry owners. Read Article Stressed villagers in battle to crush a India 'mining mafia'

Manchester City cruise past Porto in Europa League

Manchester City's Sergio Aguero (R) celebrates his goal against Porto during their Europa League second leg soccer match at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, northern England, February 22, 2012. REUTERS/Darren Staples (BRITAIN - Tags: SPORT SOCCER) *** Local Caption *** DST01_SOCCER-EUROPA_0222_11.JPG

Sergio Aguero reminds everyone there is more than one Argentine striker at the Etihad Stadium as City move into the last 16. Carlos Tevez will meet Roberto Mancini on Thursday. Video interview Read Article Manchester City cruise past Porto in Europa League

Dubai nonprofit celebrates two years of sustainable city-building

Adina Hempel presents the Cutting Through the City route during last year's Mena Lab. Pawan Singh / The National

Tasmena works to promote civic activism and dialogue between members of the community as an avenue to better urban design. Read Article Dubai nonprofit celebrates two years of sustainable city-building

The Middle East to boast a strong showing at the Oscars

When it comes to the Oscars, things have been somewhat rosier for the Arab-speaking world. Read Article The Middle East to boast a strong showing at the Oscars

A peek inside Dubai's own fight club

Melanie Swan trains with Nik Taumafai at KO Gym in Dubai's Marina area for her bout at White Collar Fight Night on March 23. Christopher Pike / The National

At the White Collar Fight Night, a growing number of women are competing with far more grace and technique than their flailing, testosterone-fuelled counterparts. Read Article A peek inside Dubai's own fight club