Science News for March 26, 2022

Nanoscale microscopy of crystals boosted by coherent X-rays from new synchrotron sources

Researchers have successfully produced a 3D image of a silicon crystalline sample using coherent X-rays from new synchrotron sources. This breakthrough enables high-resolution imaging of complex materials, such as biominerals and functional magnetic crystals, with unprecedented detail.

SourceLight Publishing Center, Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics And Physics, CAS·JournalLight Science & Applications·DateMar 26, 2022

Does mothers’ oral microbiome seed children’s microbiome increasing caries risk?

Researchers tested if mothers' oral microbiome seeds a cariogenic community in children. They found that bacteria correlated between mothers and children were associated with lower risk of Early Childhood Caries (ECC). The study suggests poor maternal oral health may influence ECC risk through transmission of microbes.

SourceInternational Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research·JournalJournal of Dental Research·DateMar 26, 2022

Brain waves reveal the active nature of engaging with art

Researchers found that aesthetically appealing experiences trigger fast gamma waves after a one-second delay, indicating active meaning formation. Alpha waves were also observed, reflecting increased attention for high- or low-rated artworks.

SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalJournal of Cognitive Neuroscience·DateMar 26, 2022

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There is more to Sars-CoV-2 than meets the eye

Researchers detect Sars-CoV-2 mRNA in human retina organoids, indicating infection of retinal cells. The virus also replicates in these cell types, with implications for 'Long Covid' pathologies.

SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalStem Cell Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 26, 2022