An international team of scientists has identified variants of the gene EBF3 causing a developmental…
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The hidden inferno inside your laser pointer
Two physicists have discovered that basic concepts such as ‘hot’ or ‘cold’ apply to any…
New tag revolutionizes whale research, and makes them partners in science
A sophisticated new type of ‘tag’ on whales that can record data every second for…
Protein that activates immune response harms body’s ability to fight HIV
Temporarily blocking a type of protein, called type I interferon, can restore immune function and…
Champagne owes its taste to the finely tuned quality of its bubbles
Ever wondered how the fate of champagne bubbles from their birth to their death with…
Research aids discovery of genetic immune disorder
Investigators have identified a genetic immune disorder characterized by increased susceptibility and poor immune control…
Visualizing gene expression with MRI
A cellular gatekeeper for water molecules finds new use in magnetic resonance imaging, a new…
Hard-wired: The brain’s circuitry for political belief
When people’s political beliefs are challenged, their brains become active in areas that govern personal…
Genomic sequencing illuminates recent Shigella outbreaks in California
In a study that could have significant impact on how disease outbreaks are managed, researchers…
Capsule for severe bleeding disorder moves closer to reality
Researchers are working to develop a pill to treat this serious inherited bleeding disorder. Oral…