IN THE LAB
Cloud Arch: Lightweight & Sustainable Architecture
Ultra-light, fire-resistant and able to span large roofs, Cloud ArchTM could help make construction more sustainable.
Fixing A Protein ‘Transport Hub’ Could Slow Brain Degeneration
A better understanding of how proteins are sorted and transported in the cell could lead to new treatments for neurodegenerative diseases.
Nanosheets Roll On Command
Scientists from OIST have developed an optically traceable nanosheet that is responsive to pH.
Printing Metal In The Liquid Phase
Scientists have developed a faster and more efficient way to 3D print metal objects, special inks that print in the liquid phase.
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.
