Supercomputing enables sound prediction model for controlling noise

Combining principles from computational fluid dynamics and acoustics, researchers have developed an analytical model that could…

Blood test developed to predict spontaneous preterm birth

Results from a multicenter study show that five circulating microparticle proteins found in first-trimester blood samples…

An abundance of beneficial mutations

Despite its key importance, the genetic architecture of adaptive processes remains largely unresolved. Now a team…

Processes determining fate of new RNA pesticide in soils

Researchers have develop a method to learn more about how a new type of pesticide degrades…

Solid state thermochemiluminescence achieved with crystals

Researchers have developed macroscopic organic crystals that emit light when heated, a process referred to as…

Organic electronics: Scientists develop a high-performance unipolar n-type thin-film transistor

Researchers report a unipolar n-type transistor with a world-leading electron mobility performance of up to 7.16…

Major genetic study confirms that many genes contribute to risk for Tourette’s syndrome

A meta-analysis of multiple studies into the genetic background of Tourette's syndrome (TS) -- a neurodevelopmental…

Tool reveals molecular causes of disease, including infant cancer

Demonstrating a new tool with a broad ability to reveal molecular causes and markers of diseases,…

Cell editors correct genetic errors

Almost all land plants employ an army of editors who correct errors in their genetic information.…

Balloons the number 1 marine debris risk of mortality for seabirds

A new study has found that balloons are the highest-risk plastic debris item for seabirds --…