Extending the life of low-cost, compact, lightweight batteries
A new method can greatly extend the life of inexpensive, compact, lightweight metal-air batteries.
Ancient DNA evidence reveals two unknown migrations from North to South America
A team has used genome-wide ancient DNA data to revise Central and South American history. Their analysis of DNA from 49 individuals spanning about...
Can’t sleep? Fruit flies and energy drinks offer new clues
Like humans, fruit flies are active during the day, sleep at night and have similar sleep characteristics. A study has discovered a new gene...
Chlamydia attacks with Frankenstein protein
When Chlamydia trachomatis, the bacterium that causes one of the most common sexually transmitted infections worldwide, enters a human cell, it hijacks parts of...
Bacteria use different strategies to divide and survive under stress
A new study shows how cyanobacteria, or bacteria that produce energy through photosynthesis like plants, change the way they grow and divide in response...
Secrets of engineered protein receptor, CAR
Researchers have shed light on Chimeric Antigen Receptor (CAR) T cell therapy, information that could one day result in better cancer therapies with fewer...
Singing may reduce stress, improve motor function for people with Parkinson’s disease
Singing may provide benefits beyond improving respiratory and swallow control in people with Parkinson's disease, according to new data. The results from the pilot...
Ultrasound releases drug to alter activity in targeted brain areas in rats
Scientists have developed a noninvasive way of delivering drugs to within a few millimeters of a desired point in the brain. The method, tested...
Autonomous vehicles could shape the future of urban tourism
In a new study, researchers examine how Autonomous Vehicles (AVs) may have a substantial impact on the future of urban tourism.
Clinical and environmental factors impact absorption of common sunscreen ingredient
New research demonstrates that heat and reapplication influences different sunscreen products containing the same amount of a key ingredient, oxybenzone, potentially affecting safety and...
