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Neurons That Respond To Intermediate Colors Identified
For the first time, researchers have demonstrated that there are neurons that respond to colors outside of the red/green and yellow/blue dichotomies.
The Hum Or Bursts Of Purkinje Cells
The two different states of Purkinje cell signaling could be related to how the cell decides to respond to incoming signals, scientists say.
Keeping The Circadian Clock Stable, Whatever The Temperature
Scientists have proposed a phosphoswitch mechanism to explain the stability of the key circadian protein PER2 in the face of fluctuating temperatures.
Gene Suppression Makes Memories
Gene repression, rather than the previously assumed protein translation, could play an important role in memory and learning, scientists say.
Singapore Launches Driverless Car Trials
Autonomous vehicles that don't rely on GPS have begun to operate on a 6 km route within the One North business park.
Efficiency Of Solar-Powered Electrolysis Doubled
Having reached a solar-to-hydrogen efficiency of more than 24 percent, it may soon be feasible to harness the sun to split water.
Worrying Trends In Rubber Expansion Across Southeast Asia
The expansion of rubber plantations in Southeast Asia is not only destroying biodiversity but is a sub-optimal use of land, scientists say.
Flick The Switch For Bacteria-Made Biofuels
Using in silico modeling and simulation, scientists have engineered a more efficient enzyme for the production of n-butanol in bacteria.
Publish Or Perish Culture Encourages Scientists To Cut Corners
Sadly, the intense pressure of academic research drives some scientists to breach ethical codes. What can be done about it?
