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Nanocapsules Selectively Sequester Sucrose
Researchers in Japan have developed a nanocapsule that recognizes and encapsulates sucrose while excluding other natural sugars.
Seeing Beyond The Bacterial Cell Wall
Live cell imaging shows that membrane vesicles can squeeze through tiny holes in the thick cell walls of Gram-positive bacteria.
Meat Lovers May Be At Higher Risk Of Diabetes
Eating more red meat and poultry increases the risk of diabetes, partially due to the higher iron content in these meats.
The Science Of Sprouting New Blood Vessels
Biologists have discovered a key regulator of blood vessel formation in both normal and cancerous cells.
Layers Of Silicon Boost Battery Power
Using a method known as cluster beam deposition, scientists have created silicon nanolayer anodes that boost the power performance of lithium batteries.
Creating Eco-Friendly Rechargeable Batteries
Scientists in Singapore have developed an environmentally friendly, highly conductive organic compound that can be used in rechargeable batteries.
Prenatal Dietary Deficiencies Linked To Schizophrenia Risk
Scientists in Japan have discovered that the lack of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids in the prenatal diet is linked to schizophrenic symptoms in offspring.
OrbiMed Invests US$551 Million In Asian Healthcare
The leading healthcare investment firm will use the US$551 million raised to support growth-stage product- and services-oriented companies in China and India.
How Viruses Hijack The Transport System In Neurons
Scientists in Japan have discovered how a tick-borne virus uses the host neuron’s transportation system to move viral RNA.
