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Broken Signals Lead To Neurodegeneration

Neurogenerative diseases could be explained by modifications of the IP3 receptor which lock it in a closed state.

Breaking Benzene With Metal

Researchers have developed a method to break the highly stable bonds in aromatic compounds.

Turning Bad Memories Into Good Ones, And Vice Versa?

Negative emotions linked to memories may not be as hard-wired as previously thought.

Electrons Exhibit Strange Quantum Behavior

Instead of rotating uniformly as predicted by classical physics, electrons rotate at three different frequencies in a magnetic field.

Fatty Acid Transport Proteins Linked To Schizophrenia & Autism

Mutations in fatty acid binding proteins resulting in disrupted lipid transport to the brain could be the common factor underlying both schizophrenia and autism.

K Computer Runs Largest Simulation Of Global Weather

Using the K computer, scientists have performed the largest ensemble simulation of global weather to date, involving 10,240 parallel simulations.

Gut Immunity Is A Two Way Street

A study shows that immune cells actively maintain a healthy gut microbiota, challenging the assumption that gut immunity is purely reactive.

Helping Manganese Split Water Efficiently

Scientists have successfully mimicked photosynthesis, using a manganese-based catalyst to split water at a neutral pH.

High Stakes Science: Controversial Stem Cell Papers Retracted

The retraction of the controversial STAP cell papers should stimulate much needed discussions on scientific reform, Rebecca Tan writes.