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Social Amoeba Calculate To Communicate
Slime mold can ‘calculate’ the fold-change of signaling molecules, an ability that helps it behave like a multicellular organism.
Gene Controls Whether Liver Cells Double Or Die
A molecule called YAP regulates the size of the liver by determining whether liver cells proliferate or die in response to damage.
Cockroaches Help Disperse Plant Seeds
By observing the feeding and defecation habits of forest cockroaches, scientists in Japan have found that cockroaches play an important role in seed dispersal.
Finding The Hot Seat Of The Brain
Scientists in Japan have identified specific parts of the brain that are responsible for sensing changes in the temperature of the environment.
Explaining Avalanche-Like Phase Changes In Glass
A new research reveals common mechanism for crystallization and aging in glasses.
IEEE Milestone Awarded To Yasuto Mushiake
Mushiake’s discovery of self-complementary geometries in 1948 ushered in the golden age of television broadcasting.
A Simple Way To Detect Neurotoxic Chemicals
Researchers in Japan have tested a simpler and cheaper method to detect neurotoxic contaminants in water.
ADHD Research Peer-Reviewed By Children
Brain scans of children with AHDH have shown that differences in the activation of the striatum could explain their difficulty in focusing.
Rough Surfaces Boost Solar Cell Performance
Using an inexpensive method to make the surface of solar cells rougher, scientists in Japan have created efficient solar panels that do not require antireflective coatings.
