In her doctoral dissertation, Laura Hekanaho investigates attitudes towards English third person singular pronouns. The use…
Breaking the rules of chemistry unlocks new reaction
Scientists have broken the rules of enzyme engineering to unlock a new method for creating chemical…
Early human landscape modifications discovered in Amazonia
In 2002 Professor Alceu Ranzi (Federal University of Acre) and Prof. Martti Parssinen (University of Helsinki)…
Molecular 'barcode' helps decide which sperm will reach an egg
A protein called CatSper1 may act as a molecular ‘barcode’ that helps determine which sperm cells…
Puerto Rico: Iconic Arecibo Observatory telescope collapses
The telescope was used in decades of astronomical discoveries and as a backdrop for Hollywood films. …
Octogenarian snapper found off Australia becomes oldest tropical reef fish by two decades
An 81-year-old midnight snapper caught off the coast of Western Australia has taken the title of…
Key molecules in brain development and neurodegenerative diseases identified
A research team uncovers the mechanism that regulates local expression of key molecules in brain development…
Collision models impact the future of energy
A new database of electron-molecule reactions is a major step forward in making nuclear fusion power…
Climate change warms groundwater in Bavaria
Groundwater reservoirs in Bavaria have warmed considerably over the past few decades. A new study compares…
Hydrogen-powered heavy duty vehicles could contribute significantly to achieving climate goals
A partial transition of German road transport to hydrogen energy is among the possibilities being discussed…