Metallic nanoparticles light up another path towards eco-friendly catalysts

Scientists have produced subnano-sized metallic particles that are very effective as catalysts for the oxidation of…

‘Smart skin’ simplifies spotting strain in structures

A 'smart skin' employs the unique fluorescent characteristics of carbon nanotubes to quickly assess strain in…

Omega-3 fatty acids reduce the risk of premature birth

A new review has found that increasing the intake of omega-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LCPUFA)…

Seeing and smelling food prepares the mouse liver for digestion

The sight or smell of something delicious is often enough to get your mouth watering, but…

To monitor ‘social jet lag,’ scientists look to Twitter

Social jet lag -- a syndrome related to the mismatch between the body's internal clock and…

Gut hormone and brown fat interact to tell the brain it’s time to stop eating

Researchers have shown that so-called 'brown fat' interacts with the gut hormone secretin in mice to…

Human activity may influence the distribution and transmission of Bartonella bacteria

A new study suggests that humans play an important role in disease risk, infection patterns, and…

HIV latency differs across tissues in the body

Mechanisms that govern HIV transcription and latency differ in the gut and blood, according to a…

HIV latency differs across tissues in the body

Mechanisms that govern HIV transcription and latency differ in the gut and blood, according to a…

DICE: Immune cell atlas goes live

Scientists are sharing a trove of data that will be critical for deciphering how a natural…