Researchers devise a new path toward 'quantum light'

Researchers have theorized a new mechanism to generate high-energy ‘quantum light’, which could be used to…

Reducing their natural signals: How sneaky germs hide from ants

Not only humans are social, ants are too. Group members are taking care of sick ones…

New research turns what we know about bird window strikes inside-out

New research reveals that decals intended to reduce incidents of bird window strikes — one of…

Reading out RNA structures in real time

A new microscopic technique allows for the real-time study of RNA G-quadruplexes in living cells, with…

Combined steroid and statin treatment could reduce 'accelerated aging' in preterm babies, study in rats suggests

Potentially life-saving steroids commonly given to preterm babies also increase the risk of long-term cardiovascular problems,…

Mapping Mexico's dengue fever hotspots

Scientists have analyzed data from Mexico’s Ministry of Health to identify dengue fever hotspots. Working with…

Molecular machines could treat fungal infections

Scientists show that light-activated nanoscale drills can kill pathogenic fungi. Click here for original…

Wildfires are increasingly burning California's snowy landscapes and colliding with winter droughts to shrink California's snowpack

A research team examined what happens to mountain snowpacks when sunny, midwinter dry spells occur in…

Antidepressants used for chronic pain on the rise, but are they effective?

New research has found some antidepressants may be effective in treating certain chronic pain conditions, but…

A quasiparticle that can transfer heat under electrical control

Scientists have found the secret behind a property of solid materials known as ferroelectrics, showing that…