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Sugar-Coated Catalysts That Work In Live Mice
Carbohydrate structures called glycans could help researchers send metal catalysts to specific tissues without the need for time-consuming antibody development.
Seeing The World Through Fresh (Zebrafish) Eyes
Using imaging and bioengineering techniques, scientists were able to observe how the eyes develop in live zebrafish embryos.
Blasting Leftover Antibiotics With Electrons To Prevent Resistance
Scientists in China have used high energy radiation to degrade antibiotic residues, an important step in preventing antimicrobial resistance.
Where Did The Whale On Pluto Come From?
Researchers reveal that the whale-shaped reddish region along Pluto's equator is likely to have been caused by the same impact that gave rise to Charon.
A Wearable Battery Made From Green Tea
Wearable electronics like sports bands and smart watches could be more comfortable with the help of a green tea extract.
Gene Editing Soybeans For Healthier Oil
Using the Cpf1 variant of CRISPR gene editing technology, scientists in South Korea have successfully modified two genes in soybean plants.
A Smart Camera For Drones And Self-Driving Cars
Scientists in Singapore have developed an ultrafast and high-contrast camera that could make it safer the drive autonomous vehicles.
Nanofiber Matrix Improves Stem Cell Growth
When grown on a ‘fiber-on-fiber’ matrix, 95 percent of the pluripotent stem cells formed colonies.
Researchers Validate Bipolar Candidate Gene In Mice
Researchers have shown that mice without the gene for PLCγ1 in their forebrains exhibit manic-like behaviors.