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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.
Scientists Discover Atomic Structure Of Unusual Human Aichi Virus
The human aichi virus is a rather unusual but poorly characterized picornavirus that is very common and can cause severe gastroenteritis in children.
Growing Nanowires From Alzheimer-Causing Amyloid Peptides
Researchers in Japan have developed a versatile method to form nanowires based on amyloid peptides, the causative molecule for Alzheimer’s disease.
WuXi AppTec To Distribute AutoGenomics Diagnostics Systems In China
WuXi AppTec has entered into a distributor agreement with US-based AutoGenomics, focusing on the China market.
Thai Oncologist Wins ESMO Women For Oncology Award
Emeritus Professor Sumitra Thongprasert was recognized for being a role model to other women oncologists and for her distinguished career.
Mola Mola’s Genome May Explain Its Gigantic Size
Researchers have sequenced the genome of the ocean sunfish, focusing particularly on growth hormone signalling genes to understand its freakish growth spurts.
Time-Lapse Observation Of Sensory Receptors In Living Skin
Using two-photon imaging, researchers in Japan have observed the activity of mechanoreceptors in the fingertips of live mice.
Fighting Leukemia Cells By Cutting Off Their Oxygen Source
Researchers have identified the signaling pathway that enables leukemia cells to maintain their oxygen-dependent energy metabolism and ability to divide.