Life Sciences and Chemistry
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Will earlier springs throw nature out of step?
The collaborative study, involving scientists from 12 UK research institutions, universities and conservation organisations, is the most comprehensive and…
Brown biologist solves mystery of tropical grasses' origin
The rise of C4 grasses is not disputed. They dominate in hot, tropical climes and now make up to 20 percent of our planet's vegetational covering. Scientists…
Method of the future uses single-cell imaging to identify gene interactions
In a study published online in Genome Research, researchers have developed a novel method of interpreting data from single-cell images to identify genetic…
New method for measuring fluid flow in algae could herald revolution for fluid mechanics
Now two research groups from the University of Cambridge, led by Professor Ray Goldstein of the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics, and…
Energy from Light and Water
Hydrogen-powered fuel cells and solar energy are the best hope for a more environmentally friendly and resource-sparing energy supply in the future. A…
Comprehensive Study Using Bioinformatics Predicts the Molecular Causes of Many Genetic Diseases
Now a new study using bioinformatics, led by scientists at the Buck Institute for Age Research, reports the ability to predict the molecular cause of many…