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Materials Scientist Awarded 32nd Japan Prize
Professor Hideo Hosono, the man behind liquid crystal displays for tablets and organic light-emitting diode displays for TVs, has been recognized for his achievements.
When The Science Spark Strikes
What draws people to science? Whether the desire to help those in need, or the never-ending quest for knowledge, the spark can come from anywhere.
Why Do Our Mouths Feel Dry After Drinking Wine?
That strange, dry mouth feel after drinking wine happens when tannins in tannic acid bind with mucins on the tongue, causing friction on the tongue's surface.
An Antibody Approach To Preventing Sepsis
Research in mice suggests that a new antibody-based therapy could be a valuable weapon in the battle against sepsis.
Protecting Neurons Against Parkinson’s By Enhancing Mitochondria
The protein necdin enhances mitochondrial function, producing ATP molecules which supply neurons with the energy they need.
Calcium Isotope Holds Clue To Neutrino Mass Mystery
The secret to determining the mass of neutrinos, which are thought to be both matter and antimatter, could finally be unlocked by experiments measuring the decay of calcium-48.
Just How Far Away Are Planetary Nebulae?
Astronomers have developed a method to more accurately estimate distances between the Earth and fascinating space phenomena known as planetary nebulae.
Layered Structure Helps Non-Magnetic Material Conduct Electricity
Contrary to theory, a non-magnetic compound has been found to conduct more electricity in a magnetic field.
How Ant Queens Are Crowned
Teasing out the relationships between certain sets of genes may help to explain why some ants become workers and others become queens.
