Scientists have fabricated an artificial protein in the laboratory and examined the surprising ways living…
Month: December 2012
First genome sequence of Chinese plum provides important resource for fruit improvement
Biologists have completed the first genomic sequence of Prunus mume, known as mei. This work…
New class of malaria drugs using essential calcium enzyme developed
Calpain, a calcium-regulated enzyme, is essential to a host of cellular processes, but can cause…
A model-free way to characterize polymodal ion channel gating
Two studies help pave the way for a “shortcut” model-free approach to studying activation of…
Students’ online and offline social networks can predict course grades
The information can be used to determine which students need the most help, as well…
Monkey see, monkey do: Visual feedback is necessary for imitating facial expressions
Research using new computer-based technology shows that our ability to imitate facial expressions depends on…
The Trends in Targeted Attacks of 2012
Throughout 2012, we investigated a variety of targeted attacks including several APT campaigns such as…
The Trends in Targeted Attacks of 2012
Throughout 2012, we investigated a variety of targeted attacks including several APT campaigns such as…
New insight into cell development and cancer
New research has shed new light on how epigenetic signals may function together to determine…
Genetic sequencing breakthrough to aid treatment for congenital hyperinsulinism
Congenital hyperinsulinism is a genetic condition where a baby’s pancreas secretes too much insulin. It…