<ul><li>Scientists at the Vienna University of Technology have successfully made a predicted effect of special relativity visible by reproducing a rotational effect in the lab using laser pulses and precision cameras.</li><li>A ping-pong playing robot has been developed that can return hits with 88 percent accuracy.</li><li>The rare genetic mutation responsible for the orange color of cats has been discovered.</li><li>This month's research roundup features various interesting scientific stories that were almost missed, including the aforementioned discoveries and experiments.</li></ul>

Research roundup: 7 stories we almost missed

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