IN THE LAB
Mum’s Antibodies Interfere With Baby’s Dengue Response
Antibodies from mice vaccinated with one strain of dengue virus while pregnant have been found to worsen symptoms in their pups infected with other strains.
Locating The Dengue Virus’ ‘Achilles Heel’
Scientists in Australia and China have identified an antibody protects against all four types of dengue viruses.
How Genetic Insults Affect Mental Health
Research has shed light on how a molecule called disrupted-in-schizophrenia 1 is linked to a wide range of psychiatric disorders.
Epigenetics Explains Autoimmune Disease In Twins
In identical twins, epigenetics has a role to play in determining susceptibility to autoimmune disease, according to a study by Japanese researchers.
Ocean Acidification Puts Corals At Risk
Scientists in Japan have discovered that ocean acidification inhibits the formation of calcium carbonate skeletons in corals, highlighting yet another detrimental impact of human activity on ocean ecosystems.
Dams & Mining Destabilizing The Mekong
Infrastructure development and riverbed mining along the Mekong River affect sediment flow, which is vital for soil fertility and fishes.
Key Prediction In Quantum Mechanics Verified
Using an X-ray free electron laser at the RIKEN SPring-8 Center in Japan, an international team of scientists has validated a quantum-mechanical prediction made in 1954.
Radicals Made Stable
Scientists in South Korea have managed to synthesize and stabilize radical ions which are typically highly reactive and short-lived.
Electron Microscopy Reveals How Gases Behave When Hot
Researchers have obtained a better understanding of gas dynamics by measuring the loss of energy of electrons as they pass through gas samples.
