New AI tool helps match enzymes to substrates
A new artificial intelligence-powered tool can help researchers determine how well an enzyme fits with a desired target, helping them…
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Bacteria ‘nanowires’ could help scientists develop green electronics
Engineered protein filaments originally produced by bacteria have been modified by scientists…
Nuisance Seaweed Found to Produce Compounds with Biomedical Potential
A seaweed considered a threat to the healthy growth of coral reefs…
Researchers: Northeast Greenland Ice Loss Accelerating
An international team of scientists has discovered that the last remaining stable portion of the…
Psychologists study mental health and social impacts of COVID-19
Psychologists at the University of Sheffield have launched a study of the mental health and…
Former NFL players may not suffer more severe cognitive impairment than others, study indicates
Even though repeated hits to the head are common in professional sports, the long-term effects of concussions are still poorly…
Mimics human tissue, fights bacteria: new biomaterial hits the sweet spot
A new lab-made substance mimics human tissue and could reduce or replace the use of animal-derived materials in biomedical research.…
China’s Severe Winter Haze Tied to Climate Change
China's severe winter air pollution problems may be worsened by changes in…
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Bacteria ‘nanowires’ could help scientists develop green electronics
Engineered protein filaments originally produced by bacteria have been modified by scientists to conduct electricity. In a study published recently…
Nuisance Seaweed Found to Produce Compounds with Biomedical Potential
A seaweed considered a threat to the healthy growth of coral reefs in Hawaii may possess the ability to produce…
Cotton-Based Hybrid Biofuel Cell Could Power Implantable Medical Devices
A glucose-powered biofuel cell that uses electrodes made from cotton fiber could someday help power…
New 3D printer uses rays of light to shape objects, transform product design
A new 3D printer uses light to transform gooey liquids into complex solid objects in…
New tools used to identify childhood cancer genes
Using a new computational strategy, researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have identified 29 genetic…
New AI tool helps match enzymes to substrates
A new artificial intelligence-powered tool can help researchers determine how well an enzyme fits with…
Deforestation can cause eight-fold increase in flood event risk, says report
New research, based on forest fires in Australia, proves there is a significantly higher risk…
Low-cost ketamine treatment for depression found to be effective long term
A new study shows longer-term use of generic ketamine for severe depression is safe and…
Engineered “natural killer” cells could help fight cancer
One of the newest weapons that scientists have developed against cancer is a type of…
QIMR Berghofer team discovers females carry a higher genetic risk of depression
Important genetic differences in how females and males experience depression have been revealed for the…
Sustainable generative AI: UCLA develops novel light-based system
Advance in optical computing may lead to ultrafast and secure image generators while using less…
Headspace invaders: How mosquito-borne viruses breach the brain’s defenses
Mosquito-borne viruses can cause more than fevers and joint pain. In severe cases, they invade…
Nanoparticles supercharge vinegar’s old-fashioned wound healing power
A new study suggests adding microscopic particles to vinegar can make them more effective against…