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Endangered Eels Found Using eDNA

Based on DNA shed by organisms into the environment, scientists in Japan have found a way to measure the distribution of endangered eel species in Japan.

An Invisibility Cloak Based On Kevlar Fibers

Scientists in China have devised an aerogel that can hide a hot object from infrared detection.

A Tool To Validate The Safety Of Gene Editing Systems

A China-led research collaboration has resulted in a technique to identify single nucleotide variations, insertions and deletions potentially introduced by gene editors like CRISPR-Cas9.

Agent Orange Contamination Persists In Vietnam, Study Shows

Toxic byproducts of Agent Orange continue to pollute the environment in Vietnam, say researchers in the US.

Tracking The Spread Of Cassava Mosaic Virus

The Sri Lankan cassava mosaic virus threatens 3.5 million hectares of crops in Southeast Asia, highlighting the need for disease-resistant varieties, say researchers.

Titanium Oxide Improves Perovskite Solar Cell Performance

By layering two different mineral forms of titanium oxide on perovskite, scientists in Japan have improved the efficiency of pervoskite-based solar cells by almost 17 percent.

Finding The Cause Of Muscle Loss In Diabetes

Using mouse models of diabetes, scientists have identified the proteins WWP1 and KLF15 as key players in muscle loss under diabetic conditions.

How Bats Carry Viruses But Avoid Getting Sick

Bats tolerate viral infections by dampening inflammation, according to research by an international team of scientists.

26 Fantastic Female Scientists

These 26 female scientists are all movers and shakers in their chosen fields, from mathematics to materials science.