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Unique combination of transcription factors trigger cell regeneration in zebrafish

Scientists at the National Institutes of Health have identified a particular protein network required for cell regeneration to restore hearing in zebrafish.

From National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) 15 Sep 2022

Nanomaterials offer a rich avenue to achieve broad-spectrum bioactivities

Cancer treatment is a lengthy procedure because surviving cancer cells frequently transform into aggressive versions that are no longer curable.

From The Max Planck Institute 9 Sep 2022

Researchers investigate the effects of transient oxygen starvation on protein folding in plants

Protein molecules require a defined shape in order to function. When they are created, their building blocks are therefore linked together in a very specific way.

13 Jul 2022

Researchers develop first biohybrid model of human ventricles with helically aligned beating cardiac cells

Heart disease -; the leading cause of death in the U.S. -; is so deadly in part because the heart, unlike other organs, cannot repair itself after injury.

11 Jul 2022

Researchers analyze ultra-thin layer of lipids in gecko feet, likely to serve as their grip factor

Geckos are known for having sturdy feet that enable them to easily scale vertical surfaces. Millions of microscopic, hair-like structures on their toes provide them with this apparent superpower.

From National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) 8 Jul 2022

Producing food without sunlight through artificial photosynthesis

Photosynthesis is the process that enables plants to take sunlight and carbon dioxide and convert it into chemical energy to grow.

29 Jun 2022

Protecting foods with antimicrobial, plant-based food wrap

Aiming to produce environmentally friendly alternatives to plastic food wrap and containers, a Rutgers scientist has developed a biodegradable, plant-based coating that can be sprayed on foods, guarding against pathogenic and spoilage microorganisms and transportation damage.

From Rutgers University 21 Jun 2022

Robotic finger covered with living skin tissue can heal itself

Researchers from the University of Tokyo pool knowledge of robotics and tissue culturing to create a controllable robotic finger covered with living skin tissue.

20 Jun 2022

Scientists develop tiny probe for minimally invasive interfacing with neural circuits

Researchers at the University of California San Diego and the Salk Institute for Biological Studies have developed a tiny neural probe that can be implanted for longer time periods to record and stimulate neural activity, while minimizing injury to the surrounding tissue.

From UC San Diego 10 Jun 2022

Researchers use new technique to examine the composition of cell walls from young poplar trees

To optimize biomaterials for reliable, cost-effective paper production, building construction, and biofuel development, researchers often study the structure of plant cells using techniques such as freezing plant samples or placing them in a vacuum.

8 Jun 2022

DNA "fingerprints" help scientists to track the health and whereabouts of sea turtles

DNA "fingerprints" left behind by sea turtles offer scientists a simple, powerful way of tracking the health and whereabouts of these endangered animals, a key step forward in their conservation.

26 May 2022

Study reveals how plants activate their immune system to prevent infections caused by rain

While rain is essential for the survival of plants, it also contains bacteria and other pathogens which can cause them harm. So how do plants protect themselves from this threat?

7 Apr 2022

Researchers discover a gene linked to touch in sea anemones as well as hearing in humans

An international team of investigators, including several researchers in biological sciences from the U of A, have published a paper that reports the discovery of a developmental gene linked to touch in the tentacles of sea anemones as well as hearing in humans.

4 Apr 2022

Hair News and Research

Unique combination of transcription factors trigger cell regeneration in zebrafish

Nanomaterials offer a rich avenue to achieve broad-spectrum bioactivities

Researchers investigate the effects of transient oxygen starvation on protein folding in plants

Researchers develop first biohybrid model of human ventricles with helically aligned beating cardiac cells

Researchers analyze ultra-thin layer of lipids in gecko feet, likely to serve as their grip factor

Producing food without sunlight through artificial photosynthesis

Protecting foods with antimicrobial, plant-based food wrap

Robotic finger covered with living skin tissue can heal itself

Scientists develop tiny probe for minimally invasive interfacing with neural circuits

Researchers use new technique to examine the composition of cell walls from young poplar trees

DNA "fingerprints" help scientists to track the health and whereabouts of sea turtles

Study reveals how plants activate their immune system to prevent infections caused by rain

Researchers discover a gene linked to touch in sea anemones as well as hearing in humans

Adding a form of cellulose can prevent ice cream from becoming unpleasantly crunchy

Residual coffee grounds could help detect small levels of neurotransmitters

Researchers use GP2 and UMOD to prevent urinary tract infection

Researchers study how metabolomic assessment finds postmortem biomarkers indicating decedent’s diabetes mellitus history

Pro-regenerative metabolite supports elevated tissue regeneration and delays aging, study reveals

Genetic insights offer potential new targets for acne treatment

Scientists develop DNA-based fluorescent nanoantenna to evaluate protein activity

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