Genetic factors tied to obesity may protect against diabetes

Some genetic variations associated with obesity actually protect against Type 2 diabetes, heart attack and stroke,…

One step closer to complex quantum teleportation

For future technologies such as quantum computers and quantum encryption, the experimental mastery of complex quantum…

Ring-shaped protein complex wrangles DNA

Scientists determine the whole structure of the condensin protein complex, which helps to organize DNA throughout…

First discovery of adventive populations of Trissolcus japonicus

Researchers used DNA analysis to confirm the wasp - which is native to China, Japans and…

How one tough shrub could help fight hunger in Africa

The trick to boosting crops in drought-prone, food-insecure areas of West Africa could be a ubiquitous…

For older adults, does eating enough protein help delay disability?

A research team focused their attention on learning whether eating more protein could contribute to helping…

Pessimism around youth suicide prevention approaches is unfounded

A comprehensive study examining the global impact of suicide prevention approaches in young people has found…

Alcohols as carbon radical precursors

Carbon radicals are attractive intermediates for organic synthesis because of their diversity and high reactivities. In…

Shortening the rare-earth supply chain via recycling

A research team led by Kanazawa University used chelator chemistry to recycle rare earths (REs) from…

Imaginary worlds of children reflect positive creativity

Children who create imaginary parallel worlds known as paracosms, alone or with friends, are more found…