New way to target flu virus

Researchers used an atom-level simulation to define one mechanism by which the flu virus infects cells.…

Liquid microscopy technique reveals new problem with lithium-oxygen batteries

Using an advanced, new microscopy technique that can visualize chemical reactions occurring in liquid environments, researchers…

Generation of random numbers by measuring phase fluctuations from a laser diode with a silicon-on-in

Researchers have shown that a chip-based device measuring a millimeter square could be used to generate…

Ocean acidification a challenge for science, governments, and communities

A new paper highlights the challenges faced by scientists, governments and communities as rising levels of…

Bigger eyes but reduced brain power in nocturnal fishes

How does living life in darkness influence the way nocturnal fishes see? A new study finds…

More mysteries of metallic hydrogen

Liquid metallic hydrogen is not present naturally on Earth and has only been created in a…

Turmeric-derived eye drops could treat glaucoma: study

A derivative of turmeric could be used in eye drops to treat the early stages of…

New crime fighting algorithm could predict reoccurring illegal activity

A new algorithm developed by researchers could give police departments the upper hand in their fight…

Unwrapping the brewing secrets of barley

Researchers have uncovered fundamental new information about the malting characteristics of barley grains. They say their…

Antibiotic resistance in a leech’s gut

Plastic surgery patients were getting infections with antibiotic resistant bacteria, and no one knew why. Microbiologists…