A mechanism of color pattern formation in ladybird beetles
Credit: NIBB Many ladybirds have attractive color patterns consisting of black and red. This prominent color pattern is thought to function as a warning that...
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African swine fever: No risk to consumers
The ASF pathogen is a virus which infects domestic pigs and wild boar and which leads to a severe, often lethal, disease in these animals....
Researchers discover molecule involved in the repair of liver wounds
Credit: Nádia Duarte, IGC. A new study from researchers of CEDOC-NOVA Medical School|Faculdade de Ciências Médicas and Instituto Gulbenkian de Ciência, led by Maria Paula...
New online tool helps EU member states map and assess ecosystems and their services
Credit: ESMERALDA The recently introduced online resource - the ESMERALDA MAES Explorer - aids decision-makers from policy, science and society to implement Mapping and Assessment...
A study using Drosophila sheds light on the metastatic behavior of human tumors
Credit: Lara Barrio, IRB Barcelona Metastatic tumours are characterised by a high degree of chromosomal instability--that is to say a constant change in the number...
Urine liquid biopsies could help monitor bladder cancer treatment
Scientists have shown for the first time that immune cells in the urine of bladder cancer patients accurately reflect those in the tumour environment, according...
2018 NCRI Cancer Conference, Glasgow, Scotland, Nov. 4-6
The NCRI Cancer Conference is the UK's largest forum showcasing the latest advances in cancer research and attracting over 1,500 delegates each year. The Conference...
Tiny soft robot with multilegs paves way for drugs delivery in human body
Credit: City University of Hong Kong A novel tiny, soft robot with caterpillar-like legs capable of carrying heavy loads and adaptable to adverse environment was...
Microplastics found deep in sand where turtles nest
Credit: Jessica Arrowsmith Microplastics have been found deep in the sand on beaches where sea turtles lay their eggs. University of Exeter scientists found an...
Plant genetic resources ensure ag’s future
Credit: Scott Bauer, USDA-ARS. Imagine a gardener, plant explorer, geneticist, and computer specialist all rolled into one job. You might call that person a steward...
Clear the air
Credit: University of Utah Sept. 26, 2018 -- Air conditioning and heating systems are not only great for keeping a home cool or warm, but...
Researchers explore how being male or female affects our hearts, kidneys and waistlines
Rockville, Md. (September 26, 2018)--A person's sex can be a defining factor in how well--or how poorly--they respond to disease, therapy and recovery. Experts at...
Army scientists discover mathematics of brain waves
Credit: (US Army Photo) A U.S. Army Research Laboratory scientist has collaborated with a team of researchers from the University of North Texas to develop...
Otago discovery links DNA-packaging proteins and cancer development
Credit: University of Otago University of Otago scientists have unravelled the 3D structure of two proteins, potentially providing answers as to why some people may...
Researchers evaluate controversial treatment for Parkinson’s disease psychosis
In the wake of media and public reports about increased mortality linked to a new drug for treating Parkinson's disease psychosis (PDP) -- a symptom...
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