IN THE LAB
Gene Linked To Brain Damage In Pre-Term Babies
A gene in brain cells known as microglia could be the missing link between premature birth and brain-damaging inflammation.
Stem Cells Treat Parkinson’s Disease In Monkeys
Scientists have used human induced pluripotent stem cells to alleviate the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease in monkeys.
Fish Food Harbors Antibiotic Resistant Genes
The millions of tons of fish food that sink to the ocean floor are a reservoir of antibiotic resistant genes, scientists in China find.
The Obama Ant Gets A 3D Avatar
Scientists in Japan have created 3D virtual avatars of three new ant species named in honor of key figures in conservation: Barack Obama, Ken Saro-Wiwa, and E.O. Wilson.
Mutation Predicts Schizophrenia And Autism Risk
Using molecular tools and statistical analyses, scientists in Japan have found a rare gene mutation that could serve as a potential predictor of schizophrenia and autism.
Studying Atomic Structures With Holograms
Using a neutron holography technique, scientists in Japan have obtained clear 3D images of atomic structures.
Helping Microgrids Meet The Demand
Scientists have developed a computer algorithm that improves microgrid stability and reliability by making it mimic the inertia of a large power grid.
The Cause Of Fibrosis Found Hiding In Plain Sight
A new class of anti-fibrotic drugs may soon be in the pipeline as researchers in Singapore identify the molecule responsible for causing fibrosis in organs.
Pancreas-Derived Molecule Alleviates Brain Disease
Scientists in Japan have demonstrated that a growth factor produced by the pancreas can promote brain recovery.
