IN THE LAB
Genome Of Ancient Skeleton Shows Native Americans Came From Asia
The first genome sequencing of the Ice Age skeletal remains of a one-year-old boy has shown that the first human settlers in North America were from Asia and not Europe.
Using Vibrations To Power Microelectronics
Researchers have conceptualized a strategy to harness low frequency vibrations as an infinite power source for miniature electronic devices.
Stress Is All It Takes To Make Stem Cells
Scientists have made the surprising discovery that ordinary cells can be reprogrammed to become pluripotent by subjecting them to stress.
Scientists Turn Stem Cells Into Liver And Pancreas Precursor Cells
Scientists have developed a method of turning human stem cells into a cell type that gives rise to organs including the liver and pancreas.
‘Love Drug’ May Treat Abdominal Pain
A hormone that induces labor and encourages social bonding may hold the key to treating abdominal pain, according to a new study.
Goods And Pollution Made In China For U.S.
Study finds that air pollution blowing across the Pacific Ocean is often caused by manufacturing goods for export to the U.S. and Europe.
Shrimp Gives Insight Into Color Vision
Researchers have uncovered new insights into color vision by studying the mantis shrimp.
Scientists Find Potential Treatment For Streptococcal Infection
Scientists in Singapore have found a potential treatment against deadly streptococcal infections.
‘Island Cells’ Impair Linking Of Memories
Researchers have discovered brain cells that inhibit the ability of mice to connect two events separated in time into a single experience.
