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Dystroglycans on epithelial cell surfaces interact with the extracellular matrix via long sugar chains (called matriglycans), and they are responsible for cell adhesion. Abnormalities in...
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Theories on socio-political evolution put to the test
During the past 10,000 years – the Holocene – human societies became larger and ever more complex. An international team of scientists led by Peter...
Efficient satellite downlink with a Ka band dual circular polarization transmitter
Low earth orbit (LEO) satellites are being increasingly used for environmental monitoring of the earth, as well for logistic purposes, such as the navigation of...
Solving the solar energy storage problem with rechargeable batteries that can convert and store energy at once
As the climate crisis looms, scientists are racing to find solutions to common clean energy problems, including solar energy storage. Solar energy is one of...
No kickee, no workee, so with a lack of mechanical boost, wetter does not mean better
Since the technological revolution, we live faster than ever before, use much more items in everyday life than we need. As an effect, we produce...
NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter spots rocket impact site on moon
Astronomers discovered a rocket body heading toward a lunar collision late last year. Impact occurred March 4, with NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter later spotting the...
Study explores when nursing home chains should customize or standardize
TAMPA, Fla. (June 24, 2022) – A new study by a University of South Florida researcher found important revelations that could provide chain-operated nursing homes...
How intimate partner violence affects custody decisions
URBANA, Ill. – Intimate partner violence (IPV) can have significant implications for the wellbeing of mothers and children during separation and divorce. Yet IPV is...
Turtles and tortoises challenge evolutionary theories of aging
Even though humans live longer lives compared to their historical counterparts, we cannot escape the inevitability of aging and death. However, testudines – the order...
Climate change affects the likelihood of armed conflict
Climate change influences the likelihood and duration of armed conflicts in Africa. This is the result of a study carried out by a team from...
New deep learning model helps the automated screening of common eye disorders
A new deep learning (DL) model that can identify disease-related features from images of eyes has been unveiled by a group of Tohoku University researchers....
The octopus’ brain and the human brain share the same “jumping genes”
The octopus is an exceptional organism with an extremely complex brain and cognitive abilities that are unique among invertebrates. So much so that in some...
The yin and yang of empathy
Kyoto, Japan -- Humans have evolved as social animals. From childhood, we are taught the benefits of forging ties and being empathetic as a strategy...
Females itch less than males
Japan -- Among the many reasons men may have for envying women -- at least when it comes to bad skin inflammation -- human females...
Call for Armed Forces personnel to share stories of transition to healthcare careers
To coincide with Armed Forces Day 2022 (Saturday 25 June), Leicester health professionals have launched a major new research project which could provide solutions to...
