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Overcoming Childhood Adversity With A Plan

Children left behind in rural areas by their parents seeking work in China's big cities are emotionally stressed but find strategies to cope.

High-Performance Artificial Photosynthesis Without Noble Metals

An efficient catalyst that does not make use of expensive metals such as platinum could help make hydrogen generation economical.

Asian Countries Disproportionately Affected By Air Pollution

Scientists predict that the death toll from air pollution will reach 6.6 million by 2050 if action is not taken to reduce emissions.

Transgenic Pig Created For ALS Research

Unlike existing mouse models, this pig model of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis replicates the cytoplasmic accumulation of mutant proteins seen in human patients.

Using Microbiota Composition To Predict Tooth Decay In Children

Tracking oral microbiota in young in children could help predict and prevent dental cavities.

Plants Trick Bacteria With A Decoy

Tweaking a decoy signaling molecule—PBL2—helps plants detect and respond to an infection by pathogens.

Phthalate Exposure Linked To Miscarriage

An epidemiological study has found an association between phthalate levels in the urine and an increased risk for early miscarriage.

Supermassive Blackhole Found Hidden In Nearest Galaxy

Physicists find evidence for the long-speculated supermassive binary blackhole in Markarian 231 galaxy, advancing our understanding in the formation of galaxies.

Essential Amino Acids As Antioxidants

Besides being building blocks of proteins and neurotransmitters, glutamate and aspartate can also act as antioxidants.