Big vegetarians of the reef drive fish evolution
Credit: Victor Huertas A new study reveals the diets of reef fish dictate how fast different species evolve. The breakthrough adds another piece to the...
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Study resolves controversy surrounding tumor suppressor gene’s role in pluripotent ESCs
Credit: AlphaMed Press Durham, NC - The gene p53 is extremely important in cell biology and, hence, the world of cell replacement therapy. Its role...
Hot stars are plagued by giant magnetic spots, ESO data shows
Credit: ESO/L. Calçada, INAF-Padua/S. Zaggia Astronomers using European Southern Observatory (ESO) telescopes have discovered giant spots on the surface of extremely hot stars hidden in...
Employers could face legal action over COVID-19 exposure, expert warns
Credit: University of Stirling Employers across the UK could face legal action from employees who return to work and contract the COVID-19 virus, a leading...
Coatings for shoe bottoms could improve traction on slick surfaces
Material inspired by Japanese paper-cutting art could help to prevent falls in icy or slippery conditionsCredit: Diemut Strebe CAMBRIDGE, MA -- Inspired by the Japanese...
Universal virus detection platform to expedite viral diagnosis?
Reactive polymer-based tester pre-screens dsRNAs of a wide range of viruses without their genome sequencesCredit: KAIST The prompt, precise, and massive detection of a virus...
Ancient genomes link subsistence change and human migration in northern China
Genetic analysis of 55 ancient individuals finds that genetic changes in Yellow River, West Liao River and Amur River populations correlate with the intensification of...
Scientists discover new forms of feldspars
High-pressure experiments reveal unknown variants of common mineralCredit: Credit: DESY, Anna Pakhomova In high-pressure experiments, scientists have discovered new forms of the common mineral feldspar....
Pathogen scientist collaborating on vaccine that could prevent and treat COVID-19
Bioengineered nanoparticles have tremendous potential as vaccine delivery platformCredit: Courtesy of Northern Arizona University C. Todd French, assistant professor of biology and leader of Northern...
Smart textiles made possible by flexible transmission lines
Credit: EPFL Professor Fabien Sorin and doctoral assistant Andreas Leber, at the Laboratory of Photonic Materials and Fibre Devices (FIMAP) in EPFL's School of Engineering,...
When astrocytes attack: Stem cell model shows possible mechanism behind neurodegeneration
Human stem-cell-derived astrocytes can be triggered to become toxic to neurons, opening the door for new understanding and treatment of neurodegenerative diseasesCredit: Lilianne Barbar, The...
Disorder in fish shoals may reap rewards at dinner time
Credit: James Herbert-Read and Hannah MacGregor The advantages of animals foraging in an orderly group are well-known, but research by the University of Bristol has...
2020 Kavli Prize in Astrophysics awarded to Andrew Fabian
Andrew Fabian recognised for his pioneering research into the role of black holes in the "ecosystem" of galaxiesCredit: Sam Fabian The 2020 Kavli Prize for...
Researchers incorporate computer vision and uncertainty into AI for robotic prosthetics
Credit: Edgar Lobaton Researchers have developed new software that can be integrated with existing hardware to enable people using robotic prosthetics or exoskeletons to walk...
Molecular pair offers potential for Parkinson’s treatment, finds NTU Singapore-Harvard study
Credit: NTU Singapore A promising molecular pair has offered hope that could lead to the development of a new treatment to slow down Parkinson's disease,...