IN THE LAB
How The Grass Carp Went Vegetarian
The draft genome suggests that differences in the mevalonate pathway and steroid biosynthesis in liver aided the grass carp's transition from a carnivorous to a herbivorous diet.
An Essential Protein That Pumps Calcium Into Breastmilk
A study in mice has revealed that the protein Orai1 is responsible for 50 percent of the calcium ions in a mother’s milk.
Looking For Connections? Check The DNA ‘Phonebook’
Using a modified Capture Hi-C method, researchers have compile a comprehensive database of promoter interactions.
Virulence Factor Building Block Found Hiding In Plain Sight
The discovery of the PATR motif found in the virulence factors of many harmful bacteria could lead to the development of new broad spectrum antibiotics.
Found: Critical Regulator Of Unconventional Immune Cells
By studying patients lacking STAT3, researchers have identified the protein as essential for innate-like immune cells known as NKT and MAIT cells.
Upstream Regulator Of Hypotension Identified
A study in mice has shown that the protein ERp44 can control blood pressure through its effect on angiotensin II stability.
Biofuels From Algae In Wastewater
Algae could be used to both treat wastewater and generate fossil fuels, according to two recently published studies.
Dine With A Light Eater If You Want To Consume less
Interestingly, you could be influenced by your dining companion even if he or she is not physically present.
Artificial Muscles Created From Gold-Plated Onion Cells
Unlike other types of artificial muscles, onion cells coated in gold can expand or contract to bend in different directions depending on the driving voltage applied.
