IN THE LAB
Prolonged Immune Activation Changes Behavior In Mice
Scientists in Japan have demonstrated that the prolonged activation of immune cells affects the production of neurotransmitters in the brain, leading to behavioral changes.
Two Letters Added To The Genetic Alphabet
Scientists have determined the structures of two artificial DNA bases, Ds and Px, which have expanded the genetic code.
Accurately Modelling Human Metabolism
Scientists in Korea have developed a highly accurate computational model of human metabolism by including reactions caused by different protein isoforms.
Stem Cells To Patch Up Damaged Hearts
By growing heart cells derived from induced pluripotent stem cells on a nanofiber scaffold, scientists have developed a patch that could be used to repair damaged hearts.
Making Pigs Leaner Through CRISPR
Using CRISPR/Cas gene-editing, scientists in China have introduced a gene into pigs that makes them lean and cold-resistant.
Synthesizing A Natural Compound That Hunts Down Cancer Stem Cells
Scientists in China have synthesized a natural cyclic compound that targets pancreatic cancer stem cells.
A Sticky Situation Of Triclosan And Toothbrushes
Scientists have found that the antimicrobial compound triclosan sticks to toothbrushes, with implications for health, antibiotic resistance and environmental leaching.
RNA Editing Makes Humans Complex
Humans are able to achieve greater biological complexity due to RNA editing, according to research by scientists in Singapore and the US.
Unveiling The Secrets of Matter And Antimatter
Using a two-particle measurement method, scientists have found that even at tremendous precision, the proton and antiproton have nearly identical magnetic moments.
