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Tea Tree Genome Sequenced
Chinese scientists have sequenced the genome of the tea tree, unraveling clues about how one leaf produces many flavors.
Apparently, Asian Wild Rice Isn’t So Wild Anymore
The genome of Asian wild rice has become heavily admixed with disadvantageous traits from domesticated strains, researchers say.
CRISPR Used To Modify Multiple Genes In Rice
For the first time, scientists have demonstrated high efficiency multiplex gene editing in plants.
Imaging The Aging Of The Genome In 3D
Researchers in China have developed a new 3D genome imaging technique which precisely visualizes specific genomic repetitive-sequence loci.
Nitrogen-Powered Battery Turns Air Into Energy
Researchers have developed a prototype battery powered by atmospheric nitrogen that kills two birds with one stone, simultaneously fixing nitrogen and storing energy.
Paper-Based Power Source Makes The Cut
Inspired by the art of paper-cutting, scientists have designed a light-weight, paper-based device that can harvest and store energy from body movements.
Solid State Lithium Battery Powers Mariana Trench Exploration
Equipped with a solid state lithium battery as its only power source, a Chinese deep-sea lander has successfully dived into the depths of the Mariana Trench nine times.
China Invests US$1.4 Million To Develop Cambricon Deep Learning Chips
Funds from the Chinese Academy of Science will be used for research into both architecture and algorithms for the processors specialized in deep learning.
An Easy Way To Make Self-Cleaning Paint
A modified nanoclay has helped researchers turn ordinary paint into water-repelling, self-cleaning paint.
