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How Axons Know To Grow In One Direction
The protein, myosin-Va, helps direct the growth of nerves by telling new pieces of axon where they should go.
Why Are Asians So Good At Maths And Science?
Asian universities are constantly coming up tops in international rankings. Is there a science to why Asian students excel academically?
Sniffing Out Cancer Biomarkers
Researchers have used olfactory sensor neurons from mice to detect volatile organic compounds found specifically in urine samples from lung cancer patients.
7 Must-Read Stories In April 2016
The Asian Scientist 100, our handpicked selection of award-winning scientists from the region, was your favorite read in April.
Mammal-Like Reptile Survived Much Longer Than Thought
Fossilized teeth found in Japan belong to the mammal-like tritylodontid, which co-existed with mammals for millions of years.
The Key To Multicellularity: Cancer-Suppressing Genes
How did humans and other complex, multicellular organisms evolve from single-celled ones? Genes identical to a human cancer-suppressing gene could be the answer.
Astrocytes, The Gym Trainers Of Neurons
Astrocytes, once thought to play passive roles in the brain, are actually key to the regulation of neuron strength and neuronal changes in the brain.
Cholera Bacterium Attracted By Bile
Vibrio cholerae, which causes cholera, has been found to be attracted to taurine, an amino acid found in intestinal bile.
Faced With A Crossroads, Water Forms A Spiral Vortex
When two flows of water meet within a cross-shaped device, they behave in an intriguing way.
