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Molecular-like photochemistry from semiconductor nanocrystals
Researchers have demonstrated the transfer of triplet exciton energy from semiconductor nanocrystals to surface-bound molecular…
Dark ‘noodles’ may lurk in the Milky Way
Invisible structures shaped like noodles, lasagne sheets or hazelnuts could be floating around in our…
Mixed emotions a sign of emotional depth, not indecision, say researchers
Experiencing mixed emotions shows emotional complexity, not indecision, and people living in different parts of…
Sexuality, not extra chromosomes, benefits animal, biologists find
Why do animals engage in sexual reproduction? Biologists sought answers with mud snails that breed…
Exact pol(e) position — precisely where the polymerase is changed
A method for the thorough analysis of protein modifications has been developed by researchers who…
Tiny Australian leech named for best-selling author Amy Tan
Researchers have named a new leech after best-selling author Amy Tan based on an innovative…
Digital enhancement of cryoEM photographs of protein nanocrystals
When cryoEM images are obtained from protein nanocrystals the images themselves can appear to be…
Study examines associations of HPV types, risk of head and neck cancer
A new study suggests detection of human papillomavirus (HPV)-16 in the oral cavity was associated…
Computer modeling provides insight into cellular-level effects of schizophrenia risk genes
Numerous genetic variants associated with risk for schizophrenia have been identified. However, little is known…