IN THE LAB
Twisting Light At Broadband Wavelengths
Scientists have developed a technique of rotating light even at broadband wavelengths.
Leaves: Natural Packaging Packed With Antioxidants
Leaves used by ethnic minorities in China to wrap food are packed with antioxidant and antimicrobial properties, study shows.
Blocking Obesity-Induced Inflammation With Chinese Liquorice
Isoliquiritigenin, a compound isolated from the Chinese liquorice plant, could prevent inflammation triggered by high-fat diets.
Scientists Confirm New Bird Species In Indonesia
A newly identified species of bird has been named after the late conservation biologist, Professor Navjot Sodhi.
Magnets Without Metals
A three-dimensional organic framework could help researchers make magnetic materials without metals or metal oxides.
What Makes Cucumbers Bitter Could Also Treat Cancer
Genetics have revealed what makes wild cucumbers bitter, research that could lead to new treatments for cancer.
Perfecting Gene Editing For DMD On iPS Cells
By combining iPS and gene editing technology, correcting the mutation in Duchenne muscular dystrophy patients has been made more precise.
iPS Cells From Werner Syndrome Patients Established
The generation of iPS cells from Werner syndrome patients could lead to better therapies for the genetic disease.
Mapping The Cell Adhesion Network
Taking a quantitative approach, researchers have resolved the complexity the E-cadherin interactome.
