IN THE LAB
Crafting A Cancer Killer
Given cancer’s many faces, scientists from Japan are tapping onto novel techniques to synthesize new drugs against the disease.
Closing In On The Cause Of Alzheimer’s Disease
The unpredictability of Alzheimer's disease may be partly caused by changes in star-shaped cells in the brain called astrocytes, find scientists from South Korea.
Sniffing Out The Evolution Of Rodent Pheromones
According to researchers in Japan, rodent pheromones may have originated from a combination of two ancient vertebrate genes.
How Bats Can Carry Viruses Without Getting Sick
Scientists in Singapore have discovered that a subdued immune response may be the reason why bats can harbor deadly viruses without batting an eyelid.
How The Venus Flytrap Remembers Without A Brain
No brain? No problem! Through changes in calcium ion concentration, the Venus flytrap can store ‘memories’ of its prey.
Mothers Pass Allergies To Babies In The Womb
Highly allergic pregnant mothers may transfer the key antibody that triggers allergic reactions to offspring in the womb.
Sensing COVID-19 In Just 30 Minutes
A test designed by scientists from South Korea can detect SARS-CoV-2 and other harmful microorganisms in about 30 minutes.
Small Molecules Give Vaccines A Big Boost
Small molecule libraries represent a promising source of new vaccine-boosting ingredients, scientists find.
Revealing The True Scale Of The Reptile Trade
Nearly 40 percent of all known reptile species are being traded illegally, researchers find.
