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Scientists Uncover How MERS Coronavirus Attaches To Cells

Scientists have uncovered the structure of a key portion of the MERS coronavirus, revealing how it attaches itself to cells in the human body.

Nature-Inspired Catalyst Outperforms Platinum

Korean researchers have developed a novel bio-inspired composite electrocatalyst that outperforms state-of-the-art platinum catalysts.

Genetic Variant That Increases Lymphoma Risk In Chinese Discovered

A team of researchers has uncovered a gene variant that increases the risk of non-Hodgkin lymphoma in ethnic Chinese.

Scientific Evidence: What Is It And How Can We Trust It?

When presented with evidence, can you read the science behind it? Manu Saunders discusses what constitutes "scientific evidence".

Home-Culture Images May Impair Second-Language Skills, Study

A new study shows that exposure to home culture images may impair second-language skills in bicultural individuals.

To Improve Lithium Batteries: Just Add Iodine And Water

Researchers have developed a lithium-iodine battery system that has double the energy density of conventional lithium-ion batteries.

Ethnic Differences Affect Immune Response To Tuberculosis Infection

The immune response to the bacterium that causes TB varies between patients of different ethnic origin, according to a new study.

Chinese CDC Study Finds High Risk Features Of H7N9 Virus

A new study from the Chinese CDC suggests that the H7N9 influenza A virus possesses a suite of biological features that may be a serious threat to humans.

Growing A New Liver From Stem Cells

Researchers in Japan have developed a functional human liver using induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs).