IN THE LAB
Superabsorbing Light With Quantum Dots
Quantum technology inspired by algae could aid the development of 'super-absorbers' for energy storage.
Copper Nanowires Made Into Flexible Conductors
A drop of PVA converts oxidation-prone copper nanowires into a robust and flexible conductive material.
Beating Lithium-Ion Batteries Flat
Common elements such as sodium and iron could replace rare-earth metals in batteries of the future.
Replicating Photosynthesis For Sustainable Fuels
The discovery of a protein that can mimic photosynthesis could lead to a cheaper and safer way of manufacturing hydrogen fuel.
Abalone Could Treat Herpes Virus Infections
A serendipitous observation led to the discovery that hemocyanins in abalone blood could treat herpes simplex infections.
Of Bees, Mites and Viruses
A study documents the spread of bee-killing viruses through New Zealand via the parasitic mite Varroa destructor.
Can’t Wait? Serotonin Might Help
Stimulating serotonin production can make mice wait longer for a food reward.
Passport Staff Miss One In Seven Fake IDs
A study showing that one out of every seven passport checks fails questions the use of photo IDs to secure borders.
Picking Up Single Cells Accurately & Cheaply
By modifying the ubiquitous benchtop pipette, researchers have developed a cheap way to isolate single cells.
