Building bridges within the cell, using light

Each cell in the body is made up of a number of tiny sealed membranous subunits…

Elective freezing of IVF embryos linked to higher pregnancy rates in some cases

A delay in transferring embryos to the mother improves the success of in vitro fertilization in…

Oral bacteria may help forensic scientists estimate time since death

Accurately determining the time since death is an important aspect of forensic sciences and casework.

Taking it to the Tweets: Statistics proves Twitter a powerful tool in forecasting crime

Although most people don't broadcast in advance their intention to engage in criminal activity, scientists have…

Statistical analysis of batter productivity from changed strike zone could spell trouble

New statistical analysis examining changes in batter productivity as a result of the recently changed strike…

Kids, cash, and snacks: What motivates a healthier food choice?

What determines how kids decide to spend their cash on snacks? In a study with Boston-area…

Nanoparticles for 3-D printing in water open door to advanced biomedical materials

A new type of photoinitiator for 3-D printing in water could further the development of biomedical…

Bird with super senses inspires researchers

Not much surprises the oilbird. Its senses are super sharp and when combined, may function in…

Ferroelectric phenomenon proven viable for oxide electrodes, disproving predictions

Flux-closure domain structures are microscopic topological phenomena found in ferroelectric thin films that feature distinct electric…

High tsunami danger in Alaska, perhaps elsewhere

Scientists probing under the seafloor off Alaska have mapped a geologic structure that they say signals…