IN THE LAB
The Epigenetic Switch That Triggers Fat Cell Maturation
How do preadipocytes maintain plurpotency while remaining poised for differentiation? A unique bivalent epigenetic switch may be the answer.
Tracking Dopamine Release In Real-Time
Using refined carbon microelectrodes, researchers were able to monitor the release of dopamine in live and awake zebrafish larva.
MRI Scans Reveal How The Brains Of Happy People Are Different
Researchers in Japan have identified an area of the brain associated with feelings of happiness using MRIs.
How Thin Film Superconductors Withstand Strong Magnetic Fields
Internal magnetic fields in thin films of MoS2 help them to withstand external magnetic fields of up to 37 Tesla, scientists say.
Putting The Brakes On Harmful Allergic Reactions
Cytokines such as interferon-beta, gamma and interleukin-27 help to switch off the long-lived innate immune response to prevent unnecessary inflammation, study shows.
Fixing The Plumbing Issue In Stem Cell-Generated Kidneys
Lab-grown kidneys are now one step closer to reality with the demonstration that stem cell-derived kidneys can successfully excrete urine.
Live Fast, Die Later?
A study in roundworms has shown that speed of movement could be a useful predictor of longevity.
Fruit Fly Protein Acts Like Magnetic Compass
Scientists have identified a protein in fruit flies that is sensitive to magnetic fields, supporting the biocompass model of animal navigation.
New Technique Enables Long-Term Brain Imaging In Primates
Researchers have developed a system to reversibly light up selected neurons in the brains of marmosets over several months.
