Scientists have investigated the fragile-to-strong transition of water. Unlike most liquids, when water is cooled, the…
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Zika virus study reveals possible causes of brain pathology
In healthy individuals, the Zika virus causes flu-like symptoms. If a pregnant woman becomes infected, the…
Episodic and intense rain caused by ancient global warming
A new study by scientists at the University of Bristol has shown that ancient global warming…
Chromatin structure: Slip-sliding away…
The DNA in the cell nucleus is highly condensed, and genes must be rendered accessible before…
Scientists find a neurological synergy in explaining the processing of an optical illusion
A team of scientists has uncovered a neurological synergy that occurs in visual adaptation, a phenomenon…
Mechanical properties of viral DNA determine the course of infection
A new study reveals a previously unknown mechanism that governs whether viruses that infect bacteria will…
Increased chances of successful IVF with 18-20 eggs
The likelihood of childbirth after in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment increases if 18 to 20 eggs…
Veiled supernovae provide clue to stellar evolution
At the end of its life, a red supergiant star explodes in a hydrogen-rich supernova. By…
Satellites more at risk from fast solar wind than a major space storm
Satellites are more likely to be at risk from high-speed solar wind than a major geomagnetic…
Superradiance: Quantum effect detected in tiny diamonds
An atom gives off energy and causes many other atoms in its vicinity to emit light…