Structure of crucial receptor in brain development, function

Scientists have revealed the molecular structure of a type of receptor that’s crucial to brain development…

How to tackle the global deforestation crisis

New research examines the ‘revolution’ in the study of deforestation brought about by satellites, and analyzing…

Genetic biomarker may predict severity of food allergy

Researchers reported for the first time that a genetic biomarker may be able to help predict…

New Mars gravity analysis improves understanding of possible ancient ocean

The first use of a novel method of analyzing Mars’ gravitational force supports the idea that…

Making contact: Researchers wire up individual graphene nanoribbons

Researchers have developed a method of ‘wiring up’ graphene nanoribbons (GNRs), a class of one-dimensional materials…

Stabilizing precipitate growth at grain boundaries in alloys

Materials are often considered to be one phase, but many engineering materials contain two or more…

Sustainable energy for aviation: What are our options?

Scientists and industry leaders worldwide are looking for answers on how to make aviation sustainable by…

Newly discovered bone stem cell causes premature skull fusion

Craniosynostosis, the premature fusion of the top of the skull in infants, is caused by an…

Archaeologists discover world's oldest wooden structure

Half a million years ago, earlier than was previously thought possible, humans were building structures made…

Decoding depression: Researchers identify crucial biomarker that tracks recovery from treatment-resistant depression

A team of leading clinicians, engineers, and neuroscientists has made a groundbreaking discovery in the field…