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Eating Your Way To Longer Life, The Japanese Way
Those who adhered closely to a food guide published by the Japanese government was found to have a lower risk of death from all causes, particularly stroke.
Calcium Controls Sleep Duration In Mice
Researchers have identified seven calcium-regulating genes that control when mice wake up or fall asleep.
Reprogrammed Stem Cells Shed Light On Bone Cancer
Although not sufficient to cause bone cancer on its own, the EWS-FLI1 gene predisposes cells to cancer by preventing differentiation.
Crystal Growth That Is Out Of This World
To better understand the effect of zero gravity on protein crystal growth, researchers are growing crystals onboard the International Space Station.
What Basket Weaving Teaches Us About Spin Liquids
Atoms in spin liquids take the form of a kagome lattice structure, named after a Japanese basket weaving technique.
The Electrifying Effect Of Astrocytes On Depression
The benefits of stimulating the brain with an electrical current to reduce depressive symptoms come from its effects on astrocytes, not neurons.
Gene Linked To Autism Found
Researchers have identified that the PX-RICS gene is responsible for autism found in more than half of patients with Jacobsen syndrome.
This Gene Helps Plants “Breathe” At Night
In plants, the AOR gene protects against toxic byproducts of nighttime respiration—and could be used to help plants grow in stressful environments.
Autophagy Pioneer Yoshinori Ohsumi Receives 45th Rosenstiel Award, 15th Wiley Prize
In recognition of his groundbreaking work into autophagy, Ohsumi has been awarded the prestigious Rosenstiel Award and Wiley Prize.
