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Measuring How Wildlife Bounces Back After Disasters
Using a single unit of measurement called a ‘return period,’ researchers in Japan have determined the impact of extreme events on wildlife populations.
Graphene With A Twist
Scientists in Japan have synthesized helical nanographene and confirmed its structure using X-ray crystallography.
A Path To Taming Inflammatory Macrophages
Scientists have identified a protein signaling pathway that is key to the generation of macrophages responsible for causing inflammatory bowel disease.
Eight Seriously Cool (And Weird) Technologies From The Rekimoto Lab (VIDEO)
Here are eight futuristic technologies that have been turned into reality by Professor Jun Rekimoto of the University of Tokyo.
A Bone To Pick With Prostate Cancer Cells
Researchers in Japan have identified a microRNA molecule secreted by prostate cancer cells that alters bone remodelling.
Bassoon Gene Linked To Rare Brain Disorder
A team of Japanese scientists has discovered that a mutation in the bassoon gene causes a type of brain disorder characterized by impaired motor and cognitive functions.
A Tip For Controlling Growth On Graphene
Using atomic force microscopy, researchers in Japan have discovered a method to align molecules on a graphene surface.
Nanoparticles Help Antimalarial Drugs Go The Distance
Porous silica nanoparticles allow the controlled release of antimalarial drugs over a span of more than a week, leading to better treatment outcomes.
These Four MicroRNAs Could Warn Of Impeding Heart Condition
Researchers have identified four microRNAs that can serve as a blood-based marker of a heart condition known as atrial fibrillation.
