Mold contamination in sea salts could potentially spoil food

Research from mycologists reveals varying levels of mold contamination in commercial sea salts. Among those molds…

Durian industry could suffer without the endangered fruit bat

Scientists have discovered that Southeast Asia's endangered fruit bats -- commonly known as flying foxes --…

Free-flowing aerosol particles identified using holograms, lasers

Holographic images of free-flowing air particles may help climate change and biological weapons watchdogs better monitor…

High-intensity workouts won’t work for most people

As high-intensity interval training has grown in popularity, so has the debate over whether it is…

Cell signals that trigger wound healing are surprisingly complex

Scientists have taken an important step toward understanding the way in which injured cells trigger wound…

Sepsis care initiatives may lead to higher C. difficile infection rates, antibiotic resistance

For the first time, research identifies consequences of integrated sepsis screening and treatment.

Plants become more tolerant when living in symbiosis with fungi

By developing a symbiotic relationship with fungi, plants not only become more tolerant to diseases but…

What is on the menu for dragonflies

Researchers have discovered which species adult dragonflies and damselflies prey upon, as modern laboratory techniques have…

Patients’ expectations influence the effectiveness of SSRI antidepressants

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are commonly prescribed for depression and anxiety but their superiority over…

New efficient catalyst for key step in artificial photosynthesis

Chemists have designed a new 'single-site' catalyst that speeds up the rate of a key step…