New research has suggested that a virus that has typically been thought of as common and harmless may actually be associated with an increased risk of Parkinson’s disease. This study, which has been reported…
Category: 5. Biology
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New discovery uncovers hidden drivers of DNA transcription errors
Every living cell must interpret its genetic code – a sequence of chemical letters that governs countless cellular functions. A new study by researchers from the Center for Theoretical Biological Physics at Rice University has…
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This parasitic fly gives birth inside of crickets
Itâs pretty rare, but just like us mammals, some flies actually give live…
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Pet cat helps discover a new virus
Pepper the cat is at it again. After his hunting skills helped virologists…
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empowering scientists with unbeatable speed and flexibility for high throughput screening by cytometry
The life science group Sartorius launches the new iQue® 5 High-Throughput Screening (HTS) Cytometer, transforming workflows with next-level flexibility and comprehensive analysis at unbeatable speeds. Building on core iQue®…
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This shark can change color â thanks to hidden nano mirrors in its skin
New research into the anatomy of blue sharks (Prionace glauca) reveals a unique nanostructure in their skin that produces their iconic blue coloration, but intriguingly, also suggests a potential capacity for color change.
“Blue is one of the…
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Groundbreaking Biological âArtificial Intelligenceâ System Could Make Impossible Medicines Real
Technology can be harnessed to design novel and enhanced molecules that address challenges in biotechnology or medicine. Australian researchers, including those at the Charles Perkins Centre at the University of Sydney, have created a…
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Mitochondria and peroxisomes work together to defend against cell damage
An international team led by researchers at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Dalhousie University, the University of Exeter (UK) and the Medical University of Vienna (Austria) has uncovered…
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New type of algae offers breakthrough in cell cultivation
The time it takes to grow new skin for burns victims could be improved thanks to a new method of cell cultivation using algae, developed by University of Queensland researchers.
Dr. Melanie Oey and her team at UQ’s Institute of…
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Match Exercise to Personality to Boost Fitness and Enjoyment
New research published in Frontiers in Psychology has shown that different personalities prefer different types and intensities of exercise. Aligning exercise routines with oneâs personality leads to better…
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