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An 'earthquake' in the cell: Scientists discover how a modification of the nuclear lamina maintains nuclear shape
The genetic material of each mammalian cell is safeguarded within the cell’s nucleus. In healthy organisms,…
Beyond Einstein: Physicists solve mystery surrounding photon momentum
Albert Einstein received the Nobel Prize for explaining the photoelectric effect: in its most intuitive form,…
Two thirds of academics think that training on collaboration will benefit their career
A survey of over 600 senior academics, mid-tier researchers and postgraduate students in the physical, natural…
Researchers synthesize new liquid crystals allowing directed transmission of electricity
Liquid and solid—most people are unaware that there can be states in between. Liquid crystals are…
Early warning signals heralded fatal collapse of Krakatau volcano
On 22 December 2018, a flank of the Anak Krakatau volcano plunged into the Sunda strait…
'Poisoned arrowhead' used by warring bacteria could lead to new antibiotics
A weapon bacteria use to vanquish their competitors could be copied to create new forms of…
Squid-inspired robots might have environmental, propulsion applications
Inspired by the unique and efficient swimming strategy of cephalopods, scientists developed an aquatic robot that…
Humanity's emissions '100-times greater' than volcanoes
Human activity churns out up to 100 times more planet-warming carbon each year as all the…
New research identifies the strengths and weaknesses of super material
Imagine a velvety, soft material that is extremely light, but also strong enough to stop a…