Chemists create new quasicrystal material from nanoparticle building blocks

Brown University researchers have discovered a new type of quasicrystal, a class of materials whose existence…

Genetic study reveals how citrus became the Med’s favorite squeeze

Genetic detective work has illuminated the important role of Jewish culture in the widespread adoption of…

How sperm stem cells maintain their number

Researchers have revealed a novel mechanism for stem cell number control.

Health checkups for alpine lakes

The best tool for assessing the health of mountain lakes comes in a very small package.…

AIDS: An approach for targeting HIV reservoirs

Current HIV treatments need to be taken for life by those infected as antiretroviral therapy is…

Stem cell-derived neurons stop seizures and improve cognitive function

About 3.4 million Americans, or 1.2 percent of the population, have active epilepsy. Although the majority…

For gait transitions, stability often trumps energy savings

Working with nine animal models, researchers find a preference for stability over energy conservation during speed-related…

Novel imaging technique brings diagnostic potential into operating room

Researchers have successfully visualized the tumor microenvironment of human breast tissue shortly after it was surgically…

World’s smallest tic-tac-toe game board made with DNA

Researchers have developed new dynamic DNA origami technology.

Urine drug testing may be important in early phases of addiction treatment

A new study shows that urine drug testing can be a useful tool to treat patients…