A tumor-suppressing protein acts as a dimmer switch to dial down gene expression. It does…
Month: April 2014
Yeast provides genetic clues on drug response
Why do people respond differently to the same drug? For the first time, researchers have…
Plants evolve ways to control embryo growth
A new generation of high yield plants could be created following a fundamental change in…
How the brain pays attention: Identifying regions of the brain dealing with object-based, spacial attention
A brain circuit that’s key to shifting our focus from one object to another has…
Fruit flies, fighter jets use similar nimble tactics when under attack
When startled by predators, tiny fruit flies respond like fighter jets, employing screaming-fast banked turns…
Finding the target: How timing is critical in establishing an olfactory wiring map
A developmental window during which olfactory neurons of newborn mice can form a proper wiring…
Uncovering a new angle on mental distance: Feeling closer leads to poor judgement of space
Why does the second hour of a journey seem shorter than the first? Research suggests…
Common sense health for young adult cancer survivors
Many factors influence the life expectancy of childhood cancer survivors: not getting enough exercise, being…
Gigabit wireless communications
The millimeter-wave band (58-63GHz) is seen as a perfect candidate for short-range gigabit wireless communications….
Thermoelectric generator on glass fabric for wearable electronic devices
Wearable computers or devices have been hailed as the next generation of mobile electronic gadgets,…