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Are You Hooked Yet? World’s Oldest Fishhooks Found In Japan

The world’s oldest fishhooks, which were carved from sea snail shells, have just been found in a limestone cave on Okinawa island in Japan.

One-Pot, Two-Step Synthesis For Organic Semiconductors

Scientists in Japan have discovered a simplified method to synthesize sulfur-based organic semiconductors more efficiently.

Nanoparticles Shaped Like Rods & Worms Enter Cell Nucleus More Easily

Nanoparticles shaped like rods and worms are most effective at broaching the barrier surrounding the cell nucleus, a study has shown.

Laser Imaging Reveals Skin Color Of Triceratops’ Cousin

Laser imaging of Psittacosaurus, an early relative of Triceratops, suggests that it had lighter and darker areas of skin that worked as a camouflage of sorts.

You Could Be Getting Antibiotic Resistance Genes From Your Chicken Dinner

Researchers have found that certain antibiotic resistance genes are easily transferred from one bacterial species to another, and can move between farm animals and the human gut.

A Baby Icy Giant Planet Is Growing Nearby

Observations of the icy giant planet, which is probably a bit more massive than Neptune, will help us better understand planet formation.

China’s iCarbonX Acquires Israel-Based Imagu For A.I. Technology

The acquisition of the Israel-based artificial intelligence company expands iCarbonX’s capabilities in advanced image analysis, computational biology and machine learning.

China’s R&D Spending Grew 18.3% Annually: UNESCO

According to the UNESCO Institute for Statistics' new data tool, China is achieving an astonishing average annual growth rate of 18.3 percent in R&D spending.

Lamin Proteins, The ‘Steel Bars’ That Surround Our Cells

Researchers have provided new insights into how lamin proteins, which strengthen the envelope surrounding a cell nucleus, achieve their function.