Large differences in water-seeking ability found in U.S. corn varieties
A corn plant knows how to find water in soil with the very tips of its roots, but some varieties, […]
Researchers achieve total synthesis of ibogaine
Ibogaine — a psychoactive plant derivative — has attracted attention for its anti-addictive and anti-depressant properties. But ibogaine is a
Warding off superbugs with a pinch of turmeric microbiologystudy
In 2017, a tragic incident unfolded in a Nevada hospital. A woman, admitted for pneumonia, tragically succumbed to multiple organ
Uncovering how developmental genes are held in a poised state
Researchers from the Voigt lab have extended our understanding of how developmental genes are held in a poised state to
Large-scale alterations to gene expression microbiologystudy
Stress granules are transient structures that assemble in response to cellular stress, temporarily halting nonessential processes to aid cell recovery.
The early roots of carnival? Research reveals evidence of seasonal celebrations in pre-colonial Brazil
Pre-colonial people in Brazil may have gathered in summer months to feast on migratory fish and share alcoholic drinks, a
Mouth bacteria may hold insight into your future brain function microbiologystudy
The bacteria in your mouth and on your tongue may be linked to changes in brain function as you age,
Mercury content in tuna can be reduced with new packaging solution microbiologystudy
Fish is a high-quality source of protein, containing omega-3 fatty acids and many other beneficial nutrients. However, the accumulation of
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