IN THE LAB
How Sherpas Function At High Altitude
The superior physical function of Sherpas at high altitudes is due to better blood circulation rather than increased hemoglobin content in the blood.
Eco-Friendly Nanoparticles For More Vivid Displays
Scientists in Japan have created light-emitting nanoparticles that are fabricated without the toxic metal cadmium.
Mimicking Immune Cells To Treat Breast Cancer
Researchers in China have developed a biomimetic strategy that could pave the way for targeted breast cancer therapy.
Tracking Oxygen Levels In Living Cells
Scientists have developed a genetically-encoded sensor that can be used to monitor changes in oxygen levels in living cells with high sensitivity and in real time.
Bacteria Tweaked To Produce Free Heme
Researchers from South Korea have devised a way to produce free heme using engineered Escherichia coli strains.
Turning Soy Pulp Into A Probiotic Drink
Scientists in Singapore have used a cocktail of enzymes, probiotics and yeast to produce a nutrient-rich beverage from food waste.
If You Must, Eat Sugar Only When Active
Metabolic syndrome could be avoided by consuming sugar only during active parts of the day, say researchers in Japan.
How Nerves Send An SOS Signal
A signal that normally triggers cell death has a different meaning in the context of nerve repair, scientists say.
The Secret Lives Of Grasshoppers And Crickets
While grasshoppers and crickets are often thought of as harmful to plants, scientists have demonstrated that these insects can also play important roles in pollination.
