IN THE LAB
Finding The Achilles’ Heel Of Drug Resistant Bacteria
By screening a total of 50,240 small molecules, scientists discovered a compound that suppresses the ability of multidrug resistant bacteria to cause infection.
Fetal Gene Therapy Prevents Gaucher Disease
Using gene therapy on the brains of fetal mice and non-human primates, researchers have managed to prevent a fatal neurodegenerative condition known as Gaucher disease.
A Twist In The Tale Of mRNA Tails
A team of scientists in South Korea have discovered that mixed mRNA tails act like a shield that extends the lifespan of mRNA species.
A Reason To Smile: Teeth-Whitening Nanoparticles
Researchers in China have developed a method to whiten teeth without causing damage to the enamel.
Improving The Success Of Cloning Animals
Scientists have used epigenetic modifications to increase the success rate of cloning mice.
Tackling Dementia Using Ultrasound
A research group in Japan has demonstrated that ultrasound applied to the brain could help treat dementia.
The Buzz Over Queen Bee Learning And Memory
Chinese scientists have demonstrated that epigenetics contributes to superior learning capacities in queen bees.
‘Raincoat’ For Potatoes Keeps Them Fresh For Longer
Chinese scientists have developed a cheap and eco-friendly way to prolong the shelf life of potatoes.
Dietary Fat, Not Sugar Or Protein, Causes Weight Gain
A large-scale dietary trial in mice shows that fat, not protein or carbohydrate, was responsible for causing obesity.
