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Genetically Diverse Trees Support A Wider Range Of Insects
A research group in Japan has identified correlations between the genetic diversity of a tree species and its constituent insect communities.
Bacterial Species That Alleviate Diabetes Identified
A research group in China has identified a group of gut microbiota that can alleviate the symptoms of type 2 diabetes in patients consuming a diet high in fiber.
Plants Activate ‘Self-Eating’ Pathways When Hungry
Scientists have discovered that plants depend on autophagy to sustain themselves during starvation conditions, such as when there is insufficient sunlight.
Six Steps To Turn Stem Cells Into Liver Cells
Scientists have devised a method to generate large numbers of pure liver cells from stem cells.
Generating Electricity, Come Rain Or Come Shine
Researchers have developed a solar cell that can produce energy from sunlight as well as from the motion of raindrops hitting and sliding off its surface.
Dog’s Nose Inspires Sensitive Gas Sensor
Scientists in China have mimicked the capillary structure in a dog’s nose using graphene nanosheets to develop a sensitive gas sensor.
Precision Drug Release With Pumpkin-Shaped Molecules
Scientists have developed light-responsive molecules for the controlled release of chemotherapy drugs to cancer cells.
Professor Shuji Saito Receives 2018 Humboldt Research Award
Professor Shuji Saito of Tokyo Institute of Technology received the award for his research in mathematics.
K Computer Accurately Models Aerosol Effects
Using the K computer, scientists in Japan have accurately modelled the impact of aerosols on cloud formation.