Stabilizing chromosomes to tackle tumors
Cells use RNA as a versatile tool to regulate the activity of their genes. Small snippets of RNA can fine-tune how much protein is produced from various genes; some small RNAs can shut genes off altogether. An enzyme called Dicer chops RNA into small.....»»
Sex chromosomes responsible for much more than determining sex, study shows
Human sex chromosomes originated from a pair of autosomes, the ordinary or non-sex chromosomes that contain the majority of our genome and come in identical pairs. That ancestral pair of autosomes diverged to become two different chromosomes, X and Y.....»»
Nanoparticles amplify potential cancer vaccine power
Johns Hopkins researchers have identified minuscule particles that supercharge therapeutic cancer vaccines, which train the immune system to attack tumors. These new lipid nanoparticles—tiny structures made of fat—not only stimulate a two-pronged.....»»
Evidence-based policymaking: New study on international perspectives and best-practice models
In order to tackle challenges facing society, such as the energy transition, digitalization, or pandemics, structured, transparent, and fact-based political decision-making processes are needed. Analysis based on science can provide the basis for bet.....»»
Catalyst makes drugs inside the body to minimize side effects
A highly active catalyst capable of synthesizing drug molecules within the body has been developed by RIKEN chemists. In mice, an anticancer drug assembled near tumors using the injected catalyst suppressed tumor growth......»»
Scientists develop "sexy_markers," a bioinformatics tool that reveals white shark gender
A new study led by CSIRO, Australia's national science agency, has revealed white shark gender is determined by X and Y sex chromosomes......»»
Clean energy innovation or illusion? JETP climate funds
They were billed as an ingenious new way of helping developing countries ditch planet-polluting coal, promising an injection of billions from wealthy governments looking for new ways to tackle carbon emissions......»»
Engineers tackle hard-to-map class of materials
The properties that make materials like semiconductors so sought after result from the way their atoms are connected, and insight into these atomic configurations can help scientists design new materials or use existing materials in new, unforeseen w.....»»
The first validation of the Lillo Mike Farmer Model on a large financial market dataset
Economics and physics are distinct fields of study, yet some researchers have been bridging the two together to tackle complex economics problems in innovative ways. This resulted in the establishment of an interdisciplinary research field, known as.....»»
COP28: how bad is climate change already and what do we need to do next to tackle it?
As the latest UN climate change summit (COP28) gets underway in Dubai, conversations around limiting global warming to 1.5°C will confront a harsh reality. Global temperatures have surged over the past year, with the monthly global average surpassin.....»»
Research demonstrates ability of thermostable nanoparticle design platform to tackle viral infections
New research has demonstrated the potential for the ADDomer platform to produce thermostable vaccines and reagents to tackle viral infections The study led by the University of Bristol and Imophoron, a biopharmaceutical company developing thermostabl.....»»
The T-shirt chewing enzyme ready to tackle plastic waste
A French start-up is ready to use an enzyme which can break down plastic on an industrial scale......»»
The t-shirt chewing enzyme ready to tackle plastic waste
A French start-up is ready to use an enzyme which can break down plastic on an industrial scale......»»
Shared community spaces are key to tackling issues caused by Cornish gentrification, study says
Creating and fostering "shared spaces" can help to tackle the problems caused by gentrification and changing communities in Cornwall, a new study says......»»
It"s not a cost of living crisis. It"s a poverty pandemic
There is a poverty crisis in the UK. But when outlining his 110 growth measures aimed at getting "the British economy working" during his autumn statement, the chancellor's measures to tackle the cost of living crisis were limited to economic support.....»»
Green growth or degrowth: What is the right way to tackle climate change?
Nearly all the world's governments and vast numbers of its people are convinced that addressing human-induced climate change is essential if healthy societies are to survive. The two solutions most often proposed go by various names but are widely kn.....»»
You Asked 12: streaming audio, hotel TVs, and OLED burn-in
In this installment of You Asked, we tackle the wild volume disparity between streaming apps, how to change hotel TV settings, and more......»»
Physicists model chromosome folding, reveal how loops affect spatial organization of the genome
Human chromosomes are long polymer chains that store genetic information. The nucleus of each cell contains the entire human genome (DNA) encoded on 46 chromosomes with a total length of about 2 meters. To fit into the microscopic cell nucleus and at.....»»
Scientists take a step forward in understanding how to tackle chronic infections in cystic fibrosis patients
Scientists have engineered a living material resembling human phlegm, which will help them to better understand how a certain kind of infection develops on the lungs of patients with cystic fibrosis......»»
Shop owners hope that tech can deter thieves
Retailers are investing in high-tech and low-tech measures to tackle an increase in theft......»»
YouTube cracks down on synthetic media with AI disclosure requirement
Several new policies aim to tackle realistic synthetic media head-on. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) On Tuesday, YouTube announced it will soon implement stricter measures on realistic AI-generated content hosted by the.....»»