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In the Lab
Taking Histamine To Heart (And Kidneys)
Despite its association with allergy and inflammation, histamine protects against heart and kidney damage in cardiorenal syndrome.
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In the Lab
Smart Polymer Lights Up Under Stress
Scientists in Japan have developed a luminescent polymer that can quickly and sensitively detect stress.
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In the Lab
Illuminating The Conversion Of Methane To Synthesis Gas
Researchers in Japan are one step closer to an eco-friendly catalyst for converting methane into useful gases.
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In the Lab
The Sticky Truth Behind Mussels’ Adhesive Power
A research group in South Korea has identified how mussel ‘glue’ is so sticky even under water.
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In the Lab
Harvesting Healing Factors From Stem Cells
Using a soft hydrogel, scientists in Singapore have found a way to induce stem cells to secrete large amounts of healing factors.
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In the Lab
How Cells Relieve DNA Replication Stress
Scientists in South Korea have identified a mechanism by which mammalian cells prevent DNA replication from stalling due to internal or external stressors.
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In the Lab
Breaking Methane’s Bonds With Ease
Chinese researchers have developed a catalyst consisting of single chromium atoms supported on titanium dioxide nanoparticles for methane oxidation.
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In the Lab
Deep Learning Predicts Disease-Related Mutations
Scientists in Hong Kong and the US have developed a deep learning approach to predict mutations in the metal ion binding sites of proteins.
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In the Lab
China’s Inland Water Quality Improves, Study Finds
Regulations to curb water pollution have resulted in an improvement in water quality in China, say Chinese scientists.
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In the Lab
Ultrathin Membrane Sifts Oil From Water
Researchers in Japan have coated a polymer with silica to devise a membrane that effectively separates oil from water.
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In the Lab
Filling In The Gaps Of Asia’s Genetic Map
The early findings by the GenomeAsia 100K consortium shed light on the ancestral origins of Asia’s populations and provide insight into adverse drug responses among Asians.
