IN THE LAB
Taking AIM At Liver Cancer
Scientists have found that the protein AIM stops liver cancer in its tracks in mice, suggesting a possible treatment for human patients.
Past Sexual Partners Can Influence Offspring’s Traits
A study in flies has shown that semen from a previous sexual partner can affect the size of the offspring with a subsequent mate.
Narrowing The Search For Sterile Neutrinos
While scientists haven't been able to find sterile neutrinos yet, they now have a better idea of where to look for them, thanks to results from Daya Bay.
Encapsulating Drugs In Green Tea ‘Missiles’
Scientists have used an antioxidant in green tea to make cancer drug delivery more precise and potent.
New Superlens Breaches The Diffraction Limit
Scientists have developed a lens that can beat the diffraction limit, enabling ultra-high resolution imaging.
How ‘Asian Flush’ Mutation Affects The Heart
Having a mutated copy of ALDH2 could be more serious than simply turning red when you drink, it could also increase your risk of heart disease.
Harvesting Uranium From The Sea
Using a computational screening approach, scientists have developed a protein that could be used to purify uranium from the sea.
Genetics Of Leukemia Decoded
Singapore researchers discover a gene that increases incidence of acute myelogenous leukaemia, providing an avenue for targeted therapy to treat the disease.
Autoimmunity’s Perfect Storm: B Cells, NKT Cells & Lipids
B cells do more than produce antibodies; they also play a role in autoimmunity by hyper-activating NKT cells.
