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Publish Or Perish Culture Encourages Scientists To Cut Corners
Sadly, the intense pressure of academic research drives some scientists to breach ethical codes. What can be done about it?
Next Generation Nebulizer Could Replace Jabs
A nebulizer that uses sound waves to generate a fine mist of drug could change the way drugs are delivered to the lungs.
Predicting Which Combinations Will Yield Metallic Glass
An understanding of the molecular structure could help scientists predict which alloys will result in metallic glasses.
Baby’s Saliva Interacts With Mum’s Milk To Fight Bad Bacteria
It turns out that baby drool is not just to annoy parents; chemical reactions between saliva and milk help to build baby's immune system.
Opening Up The Gateway To A Cell’s Batteries
How do large, complex molecules enter the mitochondria from the cytosol? Real time atomic-resolution images now reveal the architecture of the gateway proteins involved.
Living Among Giant Lizards
Early Australians once shared their home with giant lizards, according to a fossil dating back to 50,000 years ago.
Size Matters For Sexually Deceptive Orchids
Besides chemical signals, shape and size matter when it comes to attracting male wasps to pollinate orchids, scientists say.
Antidepressant For Adolescents Was Misrepresented As Safe
Revisiting clinical trial data has led investigators to conclude that not only was the antidepressant drug paroxetine is no better than the placebo, but it have may caused serious side effects including suicide.
Gene Linked To Osteoporosis Found
Loss of the non-coding gene EN1 has been linked to reduced bone mineral density and increased risk of fractures, hallmarks of osteoporosis.
