IN THE LAB
The Genetics Of Monarch Migration
The extraordinary migratory behavior of Monarch butterflies is largely determined by a single gene, scientists say.
Photosynthetic Mystery Solved: Galactolipids Not Necessary
Surprising new research shows that photosynthesis in cyanobacteria does not require the galactolipids found abundantly in the photosynthetic membrane.
Poor Mother-Baby Bonding Can Be Passed Down
A stormy relationship with your mother might affect your own relationship with your child, researchers say.
Biochemical Braille Boosts Implant Integration
Scientists have designed a biomaterial that can cloak medical implants, helping them to integrate with the rest of the body.
How The Brain Makes Snap Judgments
Research shows that we make split second judgments about what we see, even if we are not conscious of them.
‘Superhuman’ Robots Inspired By Nature
By combining the superior vision of the human eye with the navigation skills of a rat, researchers hope to design more effective navigation robots.
Mimicking Brain Cells To Boost Memory Power
Researchers have brought ultra-fast, nano-scale data storage within reach, using technology that mimics the human brain.
PandaX Team Report First Dark Matter Search Data
Although the first run of the PandaX experiment has not found evidence of dark matter, it places strong constraints on future work.
Bacterial Virulence Controlled By ‘Roll Of Dice’
Whether or not a Streptococcus pneumoniae infection is harmful or benign seems to depend on a random, six-phase switch.
