IN THE LAB
Contouring The Structure Of DNA With A Make-Up Brush
Using an ordinary make-up brush, researchers in Korea were able to produce a well-aligned DNA zigzag pattern.
Local Winds Brought Radioactive Materials From Fukushima To Tokyo
Nocturnal local winds carried radioactive material from Fukushima to Tokyo following the 2011 Fukushimia Daiichi nuclear accident.
A Sugary Solution For Preventing Obesity
Researchers have identified an enzyme involved in the differentiation of fat cells that could possibly be targeted to prevent obesity.
Reduced Rainfall Drying Up India’s Groundwater Reserves
When it comes to groundwater depletion in India, supply side factors may be more important than the amount of demand.
Simply Being Near A Phone Found To Be Distracting
Just having a mobile phone nearby can affect your cognitive ability, especially if you seldom use the internet.
Dengue-Destroying Bacteria Can’t Take The Heat
A strain of Wolbachia bacteria being used for dengue control efforts around the world has turned out to be sensitive to high temperatures.
A Single Traumatic Incident Could Change The Brain’s Architecture
A single traumatic experience can cause changes to the amygdala in rats, resulting in behavior similar to post-traumatic stress disorder.
How Do Microbes Respond To Climate Change?
How well a microbial community responds to climate change depends on the amount of nutrients available in the ecosystem, researchers say.
Cities Are An Unexpected Refuge For Endangered Species
The trafficking of wild animals like the yellow crested cockatoo could sometimes help them thrive in places where they are introduced.
