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Science News for November 27, 2016


Researchers find biggest exposed fault on Earth

Geologists have identified the Banda Detachment fault in eastern Indonesia, revealing a 7 km-deep abyss formed by 120 km of extension along a low-angle crack. This discovery helps assess dangers of future tsunamis and earthquakes in the region.

SourceAustralian National University·JournalGeology·DateNov 27, 2016

First new HIV vaccine efficacy study in 7 years has begun

The HVTN 702 study is the largest and most advanced HIV vaccine clinical trial in South Africa, testing a new experimental vaccine regimen. The study aims to enroll 5,400 men and women and provide greater protection against HIV infection than previous vaccines.

SourceNIH/National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases·DateNov 27, 2016
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Glycocluster design could lead to targeted drug delivery

Researchers developed glycocluster-based diagnostic tools with better selectivity and precision than current tracers. Heterogeneous glycoclusters exhibited special properties, such as rapid transport to the intestine for excretion or selective accumulation in the liver.

SourceRIKEN·JournalAdvanced Science·DateNov 27, 2016