IN THE LAB
Space Probe Spots Venus’ Equatorial Winds
A Japanese satellite has collected data on high-velocity winds at Venus’ equator that could help clarify theories about superrotation.
Changing Spacers To Make Surfaces Slippery
Scientists in Japan have revealed how the chain spacer length of betaine affects the way polymer brushes interact with water.
Cancer Immunotherapy For Man’s Best Friend
Scientists in Japan have developed a new therapeutic antibody to treat malignant cancers in dogs.
Faulty Gene Impairs Brain Development
Using genetically engineered mice, researchers in Japan have demonstrated that DNA repair is an essential process for normal brain development.
Creating Artificial Mother-Of-Pearl
Using a bottom-up assembly strategy, researchers in China have developed a method to scale-up the production of high-performance artificial nacre.
Facial Masculinity Linked To Autism
Scientists in Australia have used 3D facial images to identify a link between masculine facial features and autism.
How Bunyaviruses Attack And Enter
Scientists in China have determined the structure of the a key glycoprotein in two viruses that cause febrile illnesses.
Evaluating Drug Toxicity On A Chip
Scientists in Japan have invented a ‘body-on-a-chip’ device that can be used for pre-clinical testing of drug side effects.
Innate Lymphoid Cells Suppress Gut Inflammation
Scientists in China have identified a subpopulation of innate lymphoid cells that suppress inflammation in the gut.
