New hunt for dark matter
Physicists theorize a novel way to explore the nature of dark matter with lasersCredit: © 2019 University of Tokyo Institute for Cosmic Ray Research Dark...
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Zylka Lab awarded NIH grant to develop CRISPR/Cas9 gene therapy for Angelman syndrome
Mark Zylka, Ph.D., of the UNC Neuroscience Center, was awarded two 5-year grants totaling $6.1 million to create new knowledge and advance treatments for neurodevelopmental...
Brain-computer interfaces without the mess
Credit: Adapted from Nano Letters 2019, DOI: 10.1021/acs.nanolett.9b02019 It sounds like science fiction: controlling electronic devices with brain waves. But researchers have developed a new...
Study quantifies impact of NCI-sponsored trials on clinical cancer care
Credit: National Cancer Institute A new study shows that nearly half of phase 3 cancer clinical trials carried out by the National Cancer Institute (NCI)-sponsored...
Low-cost blood pressure drug improves brain function in individuals with autism
Pilot study findings show promise but require further examinationCredit: University of Missouri Health Care Drugs known as "beta-blockers" have been used since the 1960s as...
New SwRI study argues that Saturn’s rings are actually not young
Research of Cassini data suggests icy rings are as old as the solar system itselfCredit: NASA SAN ANTONIO -- Sept. 18, 2019 -- No one...
The life aquatic made clear with freshwater lens
Researcher finds way to view marine life in murky watersCredit: Swansea University A Swansea University doctoral student has found a way to view the life...
The future of ‘extremely’ energy-efficient circuits
Credit: Yokohama National University Data centers are processing data and dispensing the results at astonishing rates and such robust systems require a significant amount of...
Startup developing solar-powered crop-drying devices receives grants worth $150,000
Grants from USDA, Elevate Ventures will help JUA Technologies International move past research and developmentCredit: Tom Campbell/Purdue University WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. - JUA Technologies International,...
Argonne harnesses virtual power to address the most complex challenges in nuclear science
Credit: Argonne National Laboratory Designing a new type of nuclear reactor is a complicated endeavor requiring billions of dollars and years of development. What's more,...
Walking slower and pausing for rest may enable older adults to maintain outdoor mobility
When functional ability declines, changing the way of walking can facilitate older adults' outdoor mobilityCredit: Petteri Kivimäki / University of Jyväskylä When functional ability declines,...
Emissions from cannabis growing facilities may impact indoor and regional air quality
Pilot study evaluates potential for air quality impacts at facilities in Nevada and CaliforniaCredit: Vera Samburova/DRI The same chemicals responsible for the pungent smell of...
New lithium battery design could mean lighter, safer batteries for Soldiers
Credit: Allison Carter, Georgia Tech RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. -- Less expensive, lighter and safer batteries are a vital need for warfighters; a new Army...
Over 14% efficiency for ternary organic solar cell with 300 nm thick active layer
Credit: ©Science China Press Organic solar cells (OSCs) have drawn great attention due to their advantages of making large area and flexible solar panels through...
Artificial intelligence probes dark matter in the universe
Credit: ETH Zurich Understanding the how our universe came to be what it is today and what will be its final destiny is one of...
