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The Origins Of The Deadly H7N9 Influenza Strain

Scientists have identified the changes in H9N2 flu virus in chickens that could signal emergence of viruses with potential to trigger a pandemic.

Mice Survive Without “Essential” Enzyme

Thought to be essential for cholesterol transport, scientists have now found that mice can survive without the TSPO gene.

HKU Zhejiang Institute of Research And Innovation Opens

Three research laboratories will be set up under the University of Hong Kong Zhejiang Institute of Research and Innovation.

Helping Internet Architecture To Evolve

Researchers have outlined the constraints which could inform the development of evolvable internet architecture.

The Art & Science Of Early Disaster Warnings

Post-tsunami South Asia has better early warning systems, but reaching remote communities is still problematic, says Nalaka Gunawardene.

Tapping On Astrocytes To Drive Dopaminergic Neurons

Astrocytes play an important role in the differentiation of stem cells into dopaminergic neurons through the synthesis of bFGF.

Tracking The Evolution Of Painting Styles

Crossing the boundaries between art and science, researchers have investigated the visual properties that make each art historical period distinct.

Ubiquitination The Missing Link In The STING Pathway

Poly-ubiquitination links the key microbial DNA detector STING with downstream effects, study shows.

Africa & Asia Will Bear Brunt Of Antibiotic Resistance-Linked Deaths

Antibiotic resistance could cost as much as US$100 trillion dollars by 2050, according to a review commissioned by the UK government.