In order to better understand how genetic mutations give rise to cystic fibrosis, researchers need to…
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Scientists reveal hidden structures in bacterial DNA
Researchers have described the 3D structure of the genome in the extremely small bacteria Mycoplasma pneumoniae.…
Sleep deprivation impairs ability to interpret facial expressions
When you're tired, your ability to interpret subtle expressions of happiness and sadness can begin to…
Statins may provide treatment alternative for chronic liver disease
Statin drugs are widely used to manage high cholesterol and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.…
New study shows circular RNA can encode for proteins
Scientists have discovered a protein-encoding function for circular RNA, a form of RNA until now considered…
New stem cell method produces millions of human brain and muscle cells in days
Scientists have created a new technique that simplifies the production of human brain and muscle cells…
Limiting protein reduces post-heart attack injury in mice
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 735,000 Americans experience a heart attack…
Climate change and an ‘overlooked’ nutrient: Silica
Sugar maples may have far greater silica pumping power than expected, and also may be more…
Astronomers find unexpected, dust-obscured star formation in distant galaxy
Pushing the limits of the largest single-aperture millimeter telescope in the world, and coupling it with…
Virtual environment education reduces anxiety prior to radiation therapy
Radiation therapists and physicians know that education can reduce anxiety before radiation treatment but lack a…