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Chemical Analysis Software To Improve Toxicity Testing

An automated cellular imaging platform accurately predicts the toxicity of chemical compounds—paving the way toward safer products.

Technology

Nanocrystallized ‘Glass’ Could Shield Spacecraft From UV Radiation

This nanocrystallized glass effectively absorbs UV rays and can withstand radiation for long periods of time.

In the Lab

2012 Sumatra Earthquake Shook Up Japan

The April 2012 Sumatra earthquake had far-reaching effects, inducing increased seismic activity in parts of Japan.

Pharma

WuXi AppTec To Build Biologics Solution Center

WuXi's Shanghai-based center, which will be operational by 2017, will provide integrated solutions for biologics discovery, development and clinical manufacturing.

Health

Scientists Link Textile Dust Exposure To Rheumatoid Arthritis

Occupational exposure to textile dust has been shown to more than double the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis in Malaysian women.

In the Lab

Fish Getting ‘Drunk’ From High Carbon Dioxide Levels: Study

By 2100, marine life in half the world’s surface oceans are expected to be affected by carbon dioxide intoxication, which is a condition known as hypercapnia.

Coverage Of The Global Young Scientists Summit 2016

Here are some of the top stories from the Global Young Scientists Summit 2016.

In the Lab

Cell Conversion? There’s An App For That

Mogrify is an algorithm that helps researchers predict the set of transcription factors required to convert one cell type into another.

In the Lab

Discovery Of Most Powerful Supernova To Date

Researchers have observed a super-luminous supernova explosion which is twice as powerful as the previous record holder.

Technology

Chemical Analysis Software To Improve Toxicity Testing

An automated cellular imaging platform accurately predicts the toxicity of chemical compounds—paving the way toward safer products.

Technology

Nanocrystallized ‘Glass’ Could Shield Spacecraft From UV Radiation

This nanocrystallized glass effectively absorbs UV rays and can withstand radiation for long periods of time.

In the Lab

2012 Sumatra Earthquake Shook Up Japan

The April 2012 Sumatra earthquake had far-reaching effects, inducing increased seismic activity in parts of Japan.

Pharma

WuXi AppTec To Build Biologics Solution Center

WuXi's Shanghai-based center, which will be operational by 2017, will provide integrated solutions for biologics discovery, development and clinical manufacturing.

Health

Scientists Link Textile Dust Exposure To Rheumatoid Arthritis

Occupational exposure to textile dust has been shown to more than double the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis in Malaysian women.

In the Lab

Fish Getting ‘Drunk’ From High Carbon Dioxide Levels: Study

By 2100, marine life in half the world’s surface oceans are expected to be affected by carbon dioxide intoxication, which is a condition known as hypercapnia.

Coverage Of The Global Young Scientists Summit 2016

Here are some of the top stories from the Global Young Scientists Summit 2016.

In the Lab

Cell Conversion? There’s An App For That

Mogrify is an algorithm that helps researchers predict the set of transcription factors required to convert one cell type into another.

In the Lab

Discovery Of Most Powerful Supernova To Date

Researchers have observed a super-luminous supernova explosion which is twice as powerful as the previous record holder.

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