IN THE LAB
How To Grow Hypoallergenic Peanuts
Just a few days of germination can help reduce the allergen level of peanuts, researchers say.
Babies Can Categorize Colors Before Learning What They’re Called
Researchers have found that babies can differentiate between color categories even before learning language.
Aging Stem Cells Could Be Cause Of Hair Loss
The breakdown of collagen caused by accumulated DNA damage in hair follicle stem cells is one reason both mice and humans lose hair, scientists say.
Christmas Tree Plants Help Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions From Pigs
Scientists have identified the plant species that are most effective at reducing greenhouse gas emissions from swine wastewater.
‘Hunger Hormone’ Protects Against Aging-Related Diseases In Mice
Rikkunshito, a traditional Japanese herbal medicine, could have beneficial effects on aging-related disorders in mice.
What The Editing History Of Wikipedia Reveals
Wikipedia is edited by volunteers worldwide but still has a surprising order, according to an analysis of its edit history.
Directing Droplets To Cool Extremely Hot Surfaces
Micropillar structures that can direct the dance of droplets could help scientists cool hot surfaces more efficiently.
Missing Link Between Genetics And Obesity Identified
Excessive fat accumulation and weight gain may be due to a common genetic variation in the FTO gene, researchers say.
Cats Domesticated In China Much Earlier Than Once Thought
Cat domestication in China was closely related to the birth of agriculture around 8,000 BC, a process similar to that in the Near East and Egypt.
