A single molecular mechanism in the developing brain has been identified that sheds light on…
Month: April 2014
Transcription factors distinguishing glioblastoma stem cells identified
The activity of four transcription factors — proteins that regulate the expression of other genes…
Iconic boreal bird species declining in the Adirondacks
Several iconic Adirondack birds are in trouble, with declines driven by the size of their…
How mechanical forces affect t-cell recognition, signaling
A new understanding of the T-cell recognition process has been revealed by describing how T-cell…
Sunlight generates hydrogen in new porous silicon
Porous silicon manufactured in a bottom up procedure using solar energy can be used to…
Microgravity research helping to understand the fungi within
You may not recognize it by name, but if you have ever had a child…
Planaria deploy an ancient gene expression program in the course of organ regeneration
Researchers report the identification of genes that worms use to rebuild an amputated pharynx.
Should you trust your financial advisor? Pseudo-mathematics and financial charlatanism
Your financial advisor calls you up to suggest a new investment scheme. Drawing on 20…
Creating new bone tissue generation technique
Researchers are investigating whether bone grown from the body’s own stem cells can replace traditional…
Unraveling what’s behind the sniffles, hoping for treatment
One of the most common of ailments — the runny nose — has been the…