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Viruses Supercharge Superbug Evolution
Viruses can transfer large chunks of bacterial genomes—including antibiotic resistance genes—among bacteria species.
Honey, I Shrunk The Particle Accelerator
By sending a beam of particles through plasma, researchers were able to accelerate those particles efficiently without large equipment like the Large Hadron Collider.
Deep Learning Aids Quake And Tsunami Detection
Deep neural networks have been used to detect magnetic field anomalies, which could allow faster and more accurate detection of earthquakes and tsunamis.
Boosting The Body’s Malaria-Fighting Capabilities
Researchers have identified a molecular pathway that makes natural killer cells more effective at eliminating the malaria parasite.
Self-Regenerating Catalysts Help Fuel Cells Go The Distance
This highly efficient and self-regenerating catalyst could help make solid oxide fuel cells more practical.
Hydrogen Bonds Help Gels Heal Themselves
Scientists in Japan have developed an ion gel that relies on hydrogen bonding to heal itself rapidly at room temperature.
Perovskite Capable Of Efficient Light-To-Electricity Conversion
Scientists have found that perovskites exhibit the carrier multiplication effect which allows them to turn light into electrical energy efficiently.
World’s First Mice Born To Same-Sex Parents
Chinese scientists have created mouse pups with same-sex parents using haploid embryonic stem cells and gene editing.
Why Chinese Mums Opt For Cesareans
Antagonistic relations with healthcare providers and fear of pain are reasons for the preference for cesarean delivery among women in China, Hong Kong and Taiwan.
