More than 6,000 antibiotic resistance genes discovered in the bacteria that inhabit the human...
Researchers have used an innovative approach to identify thousands of antibiotic resistance genes found in bacteria that inhabit the human gut.
Table-top experiment flips current understanding of solutal convection
Findings from a table-top experiment have revealed that the primary driver of a type of fluid flow called solutal convection has been overlooked. What's...
Scientists reveal substantial water loss in global landlocked regions
A new study reveals that water storage declines in global landlocked basins has aggravated local water stress and caused potential sea level rise.
Is being a night owl bad for your health?
In the first ever international review of studies analysing whether being an early riser or a night owl can influence your health, researchers have...
Historical climate important for soil responses to future climate change
Researchers examined how 18 years of drought affect the billions of vital bacteria that are hidden in the soil beneath our feet. The results...
Cancer drug may help treat human papillomavirus infections
Preclinical experiments suggest the cancer drugs vorinostat, belinostat and panobinostat might be repurposed to treat infections caused by human papillomaviruses, or HPVs. Highly efficacious...
Focus on resistance to HIV offers insight into how to fight the virus
Of the 40 million people around the world infected with HIV, less than one per cent have immune systems strong enough to suppress the...
Cellular gene signatures for heart muscle regeneration
A research team has used a transcriptomic approach -- studying what genes are expressed -- to identify gene signatures of cell subpopulations identified as...
More sensitive MRI diagnostics thanks to innovative ‘elastic’ contrast media
Researchers have found a new method for obtaining high-quality images in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), that requires less contrast medium compared to current methods.
Force Push VR brings Jedi powers to life
Force Push provides a more physical, nuanced experience than traditional hand controllers allow in VR. It responds to the speed and magnitude of hand...