IN THE LAB
Microfluidic Fabrication Made Simple
Scientists in Singapore have used fluoropolymers to create microfluidic devices that do not swell upon exposure to organic solvents.
Cervical Cancer On The Rise In Japan, Say Researchers
The discontinuation of a vaccination program against human papillomavirus may be increasing the incidence of cervical cancer in Japan.
A Bone To Pick With Vit D
Scientists in Japan have found that vitamin D signaling promotes the pathological accumulation of collagen fibers in bone.
Nanoparticles May Cause Blood Vessel Leakiness
Nanoparticles made from specific materials may widen the gap between cells that make up blood vessels, with implications for cancer metastasis.
3D Printed Droplets On Demand
Creating complex emulsions just got easier with a customizable droplet generator built by scientists in Singapore.
Teasing Out The Three Subtypes Of Liver Cancer
By combining genomic data with information about patients’ immunological status, scientists in Japan can now better characterize hepatocellular carcinoma.
Lithium-Sulfur Batteries Power Up With Titanium Nitride
By creating a conductive and robust host for sulfur, researchers in South Korea have found a way to improve the performance of lithium-sulfur batteries.
Sodium May Replace Lithium In Rechargeable Batteries
Combining computational and experimental approaches, scientists in Japan have identified a compound that boosts sodium-ion battery performance.
Basophils Are Bad Actors In COPD
Immune cells called basophils help drive the progression of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, according to research by Japanese scientists.
