Researchers develop ‘cytological ruler’ to build 3D map of human genome

It has been almost 20 years since the human genome was first sequenced, but researchers still…

Smallest medical robot for the Guinness World Records

It can't be seen with a human eye. It doesn't look anything like C-3PO or R2-D2,…

Scientists sweep cellular neighborhoods where Zika hides out

Researchers report a comprehensive analysis of interactions between Zika virus proteins and native human proteins. One…

Novel gene mutation found in lymphatic disorder

Pediatric researchers have identified a gene mutation that causes a serious lymphatic condition, and used that…

Effects of deep brain stimulation in patients with Parkinson’s disease

Researchers have studied motor and cognitive effects of deep brain stimulation in patients with Parkinson's disease.…

Carbon in color: First-ever colored thin films of nanotubes created

A method can produce large quantities of pristine single-walled carbon nanotubes in select shades of the…

Discovery on East Asian monsoon dynamics

Scientists have identified four pervasive East Asian summer monsoon strengthening events at 1250, 1450, 1550, and…

Remote islands harbor higher numbers of non-native species

The effects of island remoteness from the mainland on the number of species found on islands…

Study helps children hit the right note in supporting autistic peers

Collaborative music lessons in schools improve the attitudes of pupils towards their peers with autism.

A novel nanoactuator system has been developed

Researchers have developed a novel nanoactuator system, where conformation of biomolecule can be tuned by electric…