IN THE LAB
The Origins Of Black Rice
Plant biologists have solved the ancient mystery of the origins and spread of black rice.
A Thermal Invisibility Cloak
A new thermal invisibility cloak, which actively redirects heat, may bring Harry Potter's invisibility cloak closer to reality.
How Stem Cells Defend Against Viruses
Epigenetic mechanisms are crucial in embryonic stem cells' defense mechanism against viral infections, scientists say.
New 2D Transistor Material Made Using Precision Lasers
With the help of laser patterning, pure dual-phased molybdenum ditelluride can now be fabricated for next-generation 2D transistors.
Capturing Vesicles In The Act Of Fusion
Thanks to a pumpkin-shaped molecule, scientists can now observe the process of vesicle fusion in real time.
Ultrashort Laser Bursts To Bridge The Terahertz Gap
By creating grooves and ripples on the surface of terahertz emitting devices, scientists were able to enhance terahertz emission significantly, overcoming the ‘terahertz gap.’
An Invisible Wildlife Trade Uncovered
The illegal trade of flora of Southeast Asia is larger than previously thought, spurring the call for more attention to be paid to this important form of biodiversity.
Size Matters For Sexually Deceptive Orchids
Besides chemical signals, shape and size matter when it comes to attracting male wasps to pollinate orchids, scientists say.
Oncogene Identified As Inhibitor Of Cell Reprogramming
Inhibiting the well-known oncogene c-Jun could make it easier to turn somatic cells into induced pluripotent stem cells, study says.
