IN THE LAB
Gene For Better Rice Found
Scientists have found a gene that regulates rice quality, making it possible to breed high quality rice without a compromise in yield.
Could ‘Bee Soup’ Reading Save The Bees?
Mitochondrial genome sequencing has made it feasible to track wild bee populations over time, aiding conservation efforts.
Membrane Remodeling Without Energy
Cell membranes instantly and spontaneously form reservoirs to accommodate sudden changes in membrane area.
Vaccine Reduces Hypertension In Mice
A DNA vaccine has been shown to effectively lower blood pressure in hypertensive mice, with effects lasting at least six months.
Gene Editing Boosts The Efficiency Of Sperm Replacement Cells
Modifying the DNA methylation status of haploid stem cells has helped to improve the number of healthy mouse pups born.
The Secret Sex Lives Of Koalas
GPS-enabled tracking collars have given scientists a sneak peak into the little known mating habits of koala bears.
Ice: A Cool Way To Form Conductive Polymers
Deep frozen ice has been used as a template to optimize the electrical properties of polyaniline nanosheets.
Engineering The World’s Smallest Nanocrystal With Pizza
A protein called Pizza has helped scientists to create a tiny 19-atom sized nanocrystal of cadmium chloride.
Substrate Stiffness Increases Cytoskeletal Organization
Cells adapt to stiff substrates by modifying their cytoskeleton, organizing actin filaments into a single direction.
