IN THE LAB
Seeing The Atomic World In Full Color
By augmenting atomic force microscopy, scientists are now able to view surfaces at the atomic scale in full color.
Sorting Cells Using Sound Waves
Sound waves could replace more expensive electric fields as a way to accurately sort biological cells for research and diagnostics.
A Magnificent Orchid Discovered In Myanmar
Scientists in China and Myanmar have documented a new species of orchid from northern Myanmar.
The Tug-of-War In Skeletal Muscles
Scientists have discovered that the skeletal muscle protein myosin responds to force by acting collectively to generate a load.
Bacteria Stops Malaria Parasites In Mosquito Gut
By genetically engineering a bacteria that lives in the digestive system of mosquitoes, scientists in China have devised a new strategy to control the spread of malaria.
Staring At The Aftermath Of A Neutron Star Merger
Observations from Japan-operated space observatories located around the world confirmed that the August 2017 gravitational wave signal arose from a kilonova, which happens when neutron stars merge.
Growing New Forests Using Drought-Resistant Jojoba
Improvements to jojoba proliferation and breeding methods could lead to the reforestation of deserts in Egypt.
The Pathway Of Lung Cancer Progression
Targeting a protein that enhances the invasiveness of cancer cells could help treat lung cancer, researchers say.
Scientists Create Amoeba-Like Polymers In The Lab
Amoeba-like fluids that can spontaneously switch between gel and sol states may one day be used to make soft machines.
