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Super-Kamiokande Is Poised To Catch A Supernova In Action

Supernovas are rare—only three or four happen every century—but the Super-Kamiokande scientists are ready to capture it with their detectors.

Cas9 Makes Detecting Pathogens More Flexible

Scientists have developed a universal pathogen detection system that can be easily programmed by Cas9 guide RNAs.

Mitochondrial Membrane Collapse Associated With ALS

The disruption of the mitochondria-associated membrane is an indicator of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, researchers say.

Chemists Synthesize ‘Game-Changing’ Antibiotic Teixobactin

Chemists in Hong Kong have successfully synthesized the newly-discovered antibiotic drug, teixobactin.

Fossilized Skull Of World’s Biggest Saber-Toothed Cat Found In China

Ironically, the polar bear-sized sabertooth cat had a smaller than average bite and went for smaller prey.

Sniffing Out The Cause Of Smell Loss

Can't smell? This test could help decide what kind of treatment you should receive.

I Am A Robot Man, I Have A Drone… Robot Drone Man!

Fear not lonely people in faraway places, robot drone man could soon pay you a visit.

Merck Commits €250 Million To Drug Production In China

Merck has inaugurated its Nantong plant in Jiangsu province, its largest manufacturing plant outside of Europe.

Rare Twin Black Holes Spotted In Nearby Galaxy

Radio astronomers have found a pair of supermassive black holes with a compact radio jet in a nearby giant spiral galaxy.