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The secret structure of Pepto-Bismol revealed

For those interested in crystallography or for the faithful users of heartburn remedy Pepto-Bismol, read on….. The structure of bismuth subsalicylate – the active ingredient…

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Caroline Gregory 29 April 2022

Snakes inspire flexible robot for surgical repairs

A repair robot modelled on the flexibility of snakes to access hard-to-reach places in industrial environments is now being modified for use in human …

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Caroline Gregory 27 April 2022

Seventy five days to land a new job

One of our members, Frederick Musa, has shared the story of how he secured his new job. Thank you, Frederick and congratulations on your new…

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Caroline Gregory 25 April 2022

MACH 2022, AirTech, Drives and Controls,Fluid Power, Smart industry at the NEC

I had a great trip to the NEC in Birmingham this week. Managed to get round Mach2022 , AirTech Expo , Drives and Controls ,…

Tim Robertson 8 April 2022