Molecular switch detects metals in the environment

Researchers have designed a family of molecules capable of binding to metal ions present in its…

Eating breakfast burns more carbs during exercise and accelerates metabolism for next meal

New research suggests that eating breakfast could 'prime' the body to burn carbohydrates during exercise and…

Chemicals found in vegetables prevent colon cancer in mice

Chemicals produced by vegetables such as kale, cabbage and broccoli could help to maintain a healthy…

Zombie gene protects against cancer — in elephants

LIF6, a dead gene that came back to life, prevents cancer by killing cells with DNA…

When mixing granular matter, order among disorder

Researchers find mixed and non-mixed regions among tumbled granular particles, providing a new understanding of how…

First reliable estimates of highly radioactive cesium-rich microparticles released by Fukushima disaster

Scientists have for the first time been able to estimate the amount of radioactive cesium-rich microparticles…

Faster way to make mineral to remove carbon dioxide from atmosphere

Scientists have developed an accelerated way to produce magnesite, a mineral which can capture the greenhouse…

Lipid droplets play crucial roles beyond fat storage

Lipid droplets were long thought of merely as formless blobs of fat. But a new study…

Brain networks responsible for naming objects

Scientists have identified the brain networks that allow you to think of an object name and…

Researchers use green gold to rapidly detect and identify harmful bacteria

Researchers have developed a method to screen and identify harmful or antibiotic-resistant bacteria within one hour…