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Mapping The Neural Circuit Of Innate Fear

Neuroscientists in South Korea have identified a region of the brain called the anterior cingulate cortex as a regulator of the innate fear response.

Tracing The Origin Of A Deadly Brain Tumor

A research team from South Korea has presented evidence that neural stem cells contain cancer-promoting mutations and are responsible for recurrent glioblastoma in human patients.

Heavy Water Protects Dancing Molecules During Electron Microscopy

Scientists in South Korea have demonstrated that heavy water prolongs the stability of samples under an electron microscope.

A Three-Pronged Attack On Parkinson’s Disease

A research group in South Korea has developed a set of three nanoparticles with differing properties to remove reactive oxygen species in various cellular compartments.

3D Sketching In Thin Air

A research group in South Korea has developed a 3D sketching tool that simplifies the creation of 3D designs.

A Twist In The Tale Of mRNA Tails

A team of scientists in South Korea have discovered that mixed mRNA tails act like a shield that extends the lifespan of mRNA species.

Targeting Mitochondria To Kill Cancer Cells

Scientists in South Korea have created a photosensitizing agent that accumulates in the mitochondria of cancer cells to improve the effectiveness of photodynamic therapy.

Ulsan Under Constant Exposure To Toxic Dust

Researchers in South Korea have found that Ulsan is chronically exposed to fine dust containing toxic polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.

Singapore And South Korea To Tackle Skin Disorders And Cancer

This multi-institutional effort draws upon deep capabilities in skin research and cancer biology from Singapore and South Korea.