Epigenetic change ties mitochondrial dysfunction to tumor progression

Scientists have identified a mechanism by which mitochondria can drive changes in nuclear gene expression that…

Honey, I shrunk the circuit

It's possible to make transistors and diodes from advanced semiconductor materials that could perform much better…

Study finds ‘striking’ use of double mastectomy

Nearly half of early stage breast cancer patients considered having double mastectomy and one in six…

Understanding randomization of clinical trials crucial to success

A research team analyzed linguistic approaches to help cancer patients better comprehend the concept of randomization,…

Scientists uncover cellular process behind premature aging

In a new study, scientists have shown how two genes "balance" each other to maintain normal…

Magnetic force pulls baby reef fish back home

Baby reef fish have an internal magnetic 'compass' that directs them home at night, world-first research…

Secret code language of bacteria revealed

Antibiotic resistance in pathogenic bacteria is a growing global challenge. Researchers have now discovered that bacteria…

Fewer children per man than per woman

Men on average have fewer children than women and have them later in life. Differences are…

New ultrasound technique is first to image inside live cells

Researchers have developed a breakthrough technique that uses sound rather than light to see inside live…

Female promiscuity in butterflies controls paternity

The eggs of some butterfly and moth species vary to give females control over the paternity…