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Introducing iCas, A Protein That Enables Precise Gene Editing

Researchers have developed a protein that gives tighter control over where and when DNA editing takes place, and can be switched on and off repeatedly.

Gravitational Waves Triggered 10m Years Earlier Than Thought

According to supercomputer simulations, a collision of two galaxies triggers gravitational waves about ten million years after—a much faster process than previously assumed.

Like Kites, Messenger Molecules Need Tails To Function

In biological cells, messenger molecules called mRNA behave similar to kites, requiring a tail for stability.

Waterproofing Gadgets May Just Be One Spray Away

The new protective coating could be used to waterproof mobile phones, prevent ice from forming on airplanes, or protect boat hulls from corroding.

Scientists Zoom Into Tooth Decay At The Nanoscale

The research has resulted in the first-ever three-dimensional map showing the positions of magnesium ions critical in the tooth decay process.

The Traffic System Within Living Cells: Chance Or Design?

Scientists' simulations have shown that the complex compartments and traffic systems within cells could arise randomly in 25 percent of cases.

Singapore Hospital To Attempt Guinness World Records Title

Were you born in KK Women's and Children's Hospital? On October 16 at Bishan Stadium, the hospital will be attempting a world record for the largest reunion of people born at the same hospital.

How To Increase Rice Yield? Make Stronger Hybrids

Using large-scale genomic mapping, researchers have analyzed over 10,000 rice lines to explore how cross-breeding produces better rice crops and higher yields.

Japanese Cell Biologist Wins 2016 Kihara Prize

Professor Hiroshi Iwasaki from the Tokyo Institute of Technology was recognized for his work into homologous recombination, a biological phenomenon that occurs in all living organisms.