IN THE LAB
Shining A Spotlight On Vitamin C
Scientists in Japan have invented a probe that allows the tracking of vitamin C in the bodies of mice.
Why Sugar Starvation Kills Some Cancer Cells
Starving cancer cells of sugar under conditions of elevated calcium can result in cancer cell death, scientists say.
Preventing The Immune System From Attacking The Optic Nerve
A team of scientists in Japan have identified the antibody that alleviates the symptoms of an autoimmune neurological disorder in rats.
A Lego-Brick Approach To Creating Molecular Wires
Using a dynamic ligand to string together copper atoms one at a time, researchers in Japan have managed to build molecular copper wires of varying lengths.
Harnessing Sunlight To Generate Hydrogen Fuel
Researchers in Japan have developed a nanostructured catalyst that absorbs sunlight to split water, thus producing hydrogen fuel.
Removing Heavy Metals From Water Using Moss
Scientists in Japan have discovered that the moss Funaria hygrometrica can remove lead from water.
2017 Officially The Warmest Year On Record
Global ocean heat content, a robust indicator of global warming, reached its highest recorded levels in 2017.
Methane From Indian Livestock Adds To Global Warming
Better livestock management can reduce atmospheric methane levels, a new study suggests.
Staying Superconductive Under Extreme Pressure
Scientists in China and the US have discovered a metal alloy that superconducts over a wide range of pressures.
