Gene variants raise risk of migraines in African-American children
Researchers have discovered common gene variants associated with migraines in African-American children. The research adds to knowledge of genetic influences on childhood migraine and...
Getting to the root of lavender’s secrets
A team of researchers has identified the complete genetic makeup of the lavender plant, Lavandula angustifolia.
A novel biosensor to advance diverse high-level production of microbial cell factories
A research group presented a novel biosensor which can produce diverse, high-level microbial cell factories. The biosensor monitors the concentration of products and even...
Nerve stimulation in mice suggests new way to reduce delirium after surgery
For adults over age 65, surgical complications can dampen not only their physical health but also their mental sharpness, with more than half of...
Low copper levels linked to fatter fat cells
In studies of mouse cells, researchers have found that low levels of cellular copper appear to make fat cells fatter by altering how cells...
Opening communication lines between propulsion and airflow poses new questions
On the runway to more fuel-efficient aircraft, one alternative propulsion scheme being explored is an array of electrically powered ducted fans. The fans are...
Age at which women experience their first period is linked to their sons’ age...
The age at which young women experience their first menstrual bleeding is linked to the age at which their sons start puberty, according to...
Clues from a Somalian cavefish about modern mammals’ dark past
After millions of years living in darkness, a species of blind cavefish has lost an ancient system of DNA repair. That DNA repair system,...
Breakthrough in self-healing materials
Researchers have given self-healing qualities to polymers that are used in relatively inexpensive commodities, such as paints, plastics and coatings.
Fruit fly protein could be new tool in tackling disease-carrying mosquitoes
An insulin-binding protein in fruit flies could provide new opportunities for tackling disease-carrying mosquitoes, such as malaria and yellow fever.
