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Histone’s secrets unravelled

September 14, 2017
Researchers in Spain have discovered why histone 1, a protein involved in gene expression, is a protective factor against DNA damage.

It all comes with chips

September 12, 2017
The revolution we have all been waiting for is actually in full swing say Mark Gilligan and Max Drobot as they talk us through the incredible developments of microfluidics

New test to combat drug resistant cancer

September 7, 2017
A new blood test could help to predict the success of certain cancer treatments.

Alcohol brewing goldfish

September 5, 2017
Scientists have discovered that goldfish survive harsh winters beneath frozen lakes by producing alcohol in low oxygen environments.

New smartphone diagnostic device created

September 4, 2017
Researchers in the US have developed technology that enables smartphones to perform laboratory standard medical diagnostic tests.

Mosquito foot

September 1, 2017
This coloured scanning electron micrograph highlights the intricacies of a mosquito's foot.

Tree death causation revealed

August 31, 2017
A cohort of scientists from the National Science Foundation in the US, have revealed how trees die during periods of drought.

Bitter-sweet victory for taste science

August 30, 2017
Research has revealed molecules involved in helping the tongue maintain correct communicate with the brain despite a high turnover of taste cells.

Frog tadpoles

August 25, 2017
A collection of bush frog (Raorchestes) tadpoles.

Novel screening method gives pharma shot in the arm

August 24, 2017
Scientists at the Francis Crick Institute have created a new, more responsive method to screen potential drugs.

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