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Kazutoshi Mori Wins 2018 Breakthrough Prize

Kazutoshi Mori was recognized for his discovery of the unfolded protein response, a cellular quality-control system that detects disease-causing unfolded proteins and directs cells to take corrective measures.

Health

Awareness Of Cervical And Breast Cancer Screening Lacking In Indonesia

Scientists in Indonesia have reported that only one in five Indonesian women are aware of cervical cancer screening, while only five percent of women are aware of breast cancer screening.

In the Lab

Licorice Extract Could Treat Parkinson’s Disease

By performing a screen of natural compounds, researchers in South Korea have identified licorice extract as a potential treatment for Parkinson’s disease.

Columns

The Brand Of You

Building a personal brand is not about self-promotion; see it as helping others understand your work and inspiring the next generation of scientists.

In the Lab

Simulating The Flow Of Supercooled Water

Using highly accurate computer simulations, scientists in Japan have characterized the diffusion and viscosity behavior of supercooled water.

Technology

An Ultra-Fast And Highly Sensitive Hydrogen Sensor

Scientists in Korea have developed an ultra-fast and highly sensitive hydrogen gas sensor which can detect hydrogen levels under one percent in less than seven seconds.

In the Lab

A Hydrogel That Says NO To Arthritis

Scientists have developed a hydrogel that could be used to absorb extra fluids in swelling joints and release drugs to treat arthritis.

In the Lab

Simply Turn Up The Heat To Raise The Pressure

Scientists in Japan have discovered that simply heating graphene oxide nanosheets can generate high amounts of pressure with very little effort.

In the Lab

TSUBAME Supercomputer Helps Find Chagas Disease Drugs

Scientists in Japan have used the TSUBAME supercomputer to discover potential therapeutic protein inhibitors for Chagas disease.

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