The 2014 Nobel Prize in Chemistry has been awarded to Eric Betzig of Janelia Farm…
Month: October 2014
Gluing chromosomes at the right place
During cell division, chromosomes acquire a characteristic X-shape with the two DNA molecules (sister chromatids)…
‘Superglue’ for the atmosphere: How sulfuric acid increases cloud formation
It has been known for several years that sulfuric acid contributes to the formation of…
Cost-sensitive bushmeat hunters: Expensive ammunition may help with conservation
Hunting of bushmeat is one major cause of biodiversity loss in tropical countries. Research has…
Smallest world record has ‘endless possibilities’ for bio-nanotechnology
Scientists have taken a crucial step forward in bio-nanotechnology, a field that uses biology to…
Food, fuel and more will be produced in sea farms of future
Meet the farm of the future, where common seaweed is being upgraded from an environmental…
Combined behavioral support, medication offers smokers best chance of quitting
Numerous randomized clinical trials have shown the effectiveness of the two major forms of smoking…
No Honor Among Thieves: Beware the Lampeduza Scam
PoS malware has been in the news lately due to data breaches in various high-profile…
No Honor Among Thieves: Beware the Lampeduza Scam
PoS malware has been in the news lately due to data breaches in various high-profile…
Can physical therapy before hip, knee replacement surgery improve outcomes?
Physical therapy after total hip or total knee replacement surgery is standard care for all…