IN THE LAB
Lactoferrin On Trial To Reduce Iron Deficiencies In Bangladesh
Lactoferrin, an iron-carrying protein involved in the immune response, is being tested for its ability to prevent iron deficiency during pregnancy.
“Worm Pill” Could Ease Autoimmune Symptoms
Scientists have isolated a compound from parasitic worms which could be used to dampen the immune response.
Same Data, Different Conclusion
A statistical re-analysis has led scientists to conclude that mice are a suitable model organism for studying human inflammatory conditions afterall.
Urine, From Waste To Fertilizer
With its high nutrient content, urine could replace our dwindling supply of mineral fertilizer, researchers say.
Climate Change Could Undermine Food Security
Taking into account the effects of both climate change and air pollution, researchers predict that the resulting fall in global food production will cause a 30 percent increase in undernourishment.
Electrons Exhibit Strange Quantum Behavior
Instead of rotating uniformly as predicted by classical physics, electrons rotate at three different frequencies in a magnetic field.
Synthetic Ion Transporters Make Cells Self-Destruct
Synthetic ion transporters increase the influx of chloride ions into the cell, thereby triggering apoptosis.
Electromagnetic Stimulation For A Better Brain?
A study shows that weak electromagnetic stimulation could reorganize the brain with few side effects.
NMR Under Pressure
An NMR-probe that can withstand extremely high pressures could give us insights into the chemistry happening deep below the Earth's crust.
