A team of researchers has developed a program that automates the process of figuring out…
Scientists a step closer to drug treatment for hepatitis B
A major new insight into how hepatitis B virus works could pave the way for…
Ancient DNA reveals role of Near East and Egypt in cat domestication
DNA found at archaeological sites reveals that the origins of our domestic cat are in…
Scientists throw light on mysterious ice age temperature jumps
Scientists believe they have discovered the reason behind mysterious changes to the climate that saw…
How to stop the nasty lurking toxoplasmosis parasite? Target its ‘stomach,’ research suggests
One in three people has a potentially nasty parasite hiding inside their body — tucked…
To connect biology with electronics, be rigid, yet flexible
Scientists have measured a thin film made of a single type of conjugated polymer —…
New genetic mutations linked to eczema
A genetic mutation could be the cause of severe eczema, according to new research. Researchers…
Does roasting level affect the antioxidant & anti-inflammatory properties of coffee beans?
Researchers compared the caffeine and chlorogenic acid components of coffee beans at different roasting levels…
Discovery could guide immunotherapy for lung cancer
Scientists have discovered a new type of immune cell that could predict which lung cancer…
Firefly gene illuminates ability of optimized CRISPR-Cpf1 to efficiently edit human genome
Scientists have improved a state-of-the-art gene-editing technology to advance the system’s ability to target, cut…