Black holes at the heart of galaxies could swell to 50 billion times the mass…
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Is evolution more intelligent than we thought?
Evolution may be more intelligent than we thought, according to researchers. In a new article,…
WiFi signals can be exploited to detect attackers
Physical attacks on devices connected to the Internet can be detected by analysing WiFi signals,…
Novel mechanism that helps activated dendritic cells to initiate effective immunity
Phagocytosis represents a critical innate barrier against infection and serves the clearance of extracellular microbes,…
Norway’s EV purchasing spree is climate friendly, researchers say
If every other passenger car in Norway is plugged into the electric network by 2020,…
Mother frog controls embryo’s gene activity
Frog embryos do not fully control which genes they can turn on or off in…
Multiplying teeth, literally
Researchers have found a way to–literally–multiply teeth. In mice, they were able to extract teeth…
Gene controls stress hormone production in macaques
Some people react more calmly in stressful situations than others. Certain genes, such as the…
Mental health status prior to bladder cancer surgery can indicate risk of complications
A patient’s mental health prior to surgery can influence postoperative outcomes. Removal of the bladder,…
Going viral: Could peroxisomes be key to stopping West Nile and Dengue viruses?
A new discovery could open the door to one day treat or prevent diseases caused…