'Hidden' genes could be key in development of new antibiotics

A study shows how the ‘hidden’ genes in bacteriophages — types of viruses that infect and…

Energy harvesting: Printed thermoelectric generators for power generation

Thermoelectric generators, TEGs for short, convert ambient heat into electrical power. They enable maintenance-free, environmentally friendly,…

Nagin Cox: What Does Time On Mars Teach Us About Time On Earth?

NASA engineer Nagin Cox lives on Earth but works on Mars time, where days are longer…

New method to predict individual risk of cognitive decline

This work shows that direct measures of brain signatures during mental activity are more sensitive and…

Book helps identify risks of reading difficulties in preschoolers

A study expands validation evidence for a new screening tool that directly engages preschool-age children during…

Signs of burnout can be detected in sweat

Engineers have developed a wearable system that can continually measure the concentration of cortisol – the…

Switching nanolight on and off

The report demonstrates a new method to control the flow of light of nanolight. Optical manipulation…

Shopping online? Here's what you should know about user reviews

If you’re about to buy something online and its only customer review is negative, you’d probably…

In symbiosis: Plants control the genetics of microbes

Researchers have discovered that plants may be able to control the genetics of their intimate root…

Intensity not paramount for physical training during cancer therapy

People receiving treatment for cancer are known to feel better with physical training. But does it…