Increasing crop yields by breeding plants to cooperate

A simple breeding experiment, combined with genetic analysis, can rapidly uncover genes that promote cooperation and…

Protons fix a long-standing issue in silicon carbide electronics

Silicon carbide (SiC) is a promising semiconductor material for power electronic devices, but it suffers from…

High-performance and compact vibration energy harvester created for self-charging wearable devices

A research team has developed a microelectromechanical system (MEMS) piezoelectric vibration energy harvester, which is only…

Key factors identified for regeneration of brain tissue

Researchers demonstrate in a zebrafish model that two proteins prevent scar formation in the brain, thereby…

Transcranial magnetic stimulation design goes deeper into brain

As a noninvasive neuromodulation method, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) shows great potential to treat a range…

Study explores link between shark nose shape, size and sensitivity of smell

Differences in sharks’ olfactory systems are of interest not only because of their reputation for having…

Researchers create method for making net-zero aviation fuel

An interdisciplinary team of researchers has developed a potential breakthrough in green aviation: a recipe for…

How the brain processes language

Humans accomplish a phenomenal amount of tasks by combining pieces of information. We perceive objects by…

New study provides evidence for three-year interval for multi-target stool DNA screening for those at average risk of colon cancer

A scientific study exploring the appropriate interval for colorectal cancer screening via non-invasive multi-target stool DNA…

Common veterinary drugs show effectiveness against bed bugs

Two common drugs used by veterinarians to combat parasites may be effective against bed bugs, with…