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Will Shift Work Make You Fat? Check Your ‘Lipid Rhythm’
Scientists have found that our body clock controls the amount of lipids present in our bloodstream at different times of the day, giving rise to widespread differences in lipid rhythm between individuals.
iPhone Device Detects Heart Rhythm Problems And Prevents Stroke
Researchers in Australia have developed an iPhone case and app that can be used to detect heart rhythm problems, thus preventing strokes.
Genome Study Uncovers Mysteries Of Endangered Chinese Alligator
Scientists have analyzed the genome of the endangered Chinese alligator, uncovering insights into how they adapt to aquatic environments.
Lasers Used To Insert DNA Into Cells With Precision
A team of scientists in South Korea have developed the most precise method ever used to insert DNA into cells.
21 ‘Signatures’ In 30 Common Cancers Revealed
A team of scientists has described the mutational processes that drive tumor development in 30 of the most common cancer types.
Scientists Engineer Rice To Fight Rotavirus
Scientists have engineered a strain of rice that produces an anti-rotavirus antibody for preventing rotavirus infections.
Japanese Supercomputer Takes Big Byte Out Of The Brain
Just how much of a leap forward is the recent simulation of our brain's neural network by the Japanese supercomputer known as K computer? Peter McOwan discusses.
Breastfeeding Linked To Lower Obesity Risk For School Children In Japan, Study
Breastfeeding is linked to a decreased risk of school children being overweight or obese in Japan, according to a new study.
Diamonds Are For Tracking Stem Cells
Scientists have used fluorescent nanodiamonds to tag and track single stem cells within mouse lung tissue.
