IN THE LAB
Harnessing Sweaty Palms For Precision Prints
A new polymer that emits fluorescence upon contact with water could change the way fingerprints are analyzed.
Bionic Ear Delivers Gene Therapy
Scientists have designed a cochlear implant that not only improves hearing, but could also deliver genes to enhance long term hearing quality.
How Fear Modifies Genes
Scientists have found a genetic modification associated with the control of the fear response.
Infrared Light Puts Malaria To The Test
A new diagnostic method is able to detect malaria at an earlier stage of infection, exposing the parasites before they hide away in tissues.
Sterilization With Smaller, Safer Vacuum UV lamps
Scientists have invented the first solid-state vacuum UV lamp that promises smaller, safer and longer lasting UV lighting.
How Cells Read Ubiquitination
Research by Taiwanese scientists reveals the role of K33 ubiquitination in protein trafficking.
Plastic Filters Made More Efficient
Scientists have invented a new technique that could significantly enhance the efficiency of exhaust gas filtration.
Network Science To Aid Disaster Relief Operations
Scientists from Singapore have modeled the flow of goods and relief efforts to obtain better logistical contingency plans.
One Third Of Malaria Drugs Failed Quality Tests
A systematic review of over 9,000 analyses since 1946 found that 30 percent of the antimalarial drugs from Asia, Africa and South America failed quality tests.
