Researchers at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid developed a computer vision system to analyze cells in microscopy videos, allowing for automatic characterization of cell behavior. The system enables faster analysis of thousands of cells compared to traditional methods, which typically involve manual segmentation and tracking.
SourceUniversidad Carlos III de Madrid·JournalMedical Image Analysis·TypeImaging analysis·DateFeb 11, 2022
Researchers at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia define a 3-tiered molecular classification system for pediatric differentiated thyroid cancer, where fusion oncogenes are associated with more invasive disease and lower remission rates. The study contrasts findings from adults, who have a two-tiered system based on BRAF mutations.
SourceChildren's Hospital of Philadelphia·JournalJournal of Clinical Oncology·DateJan 31, 2022
Researchers from Tokyo Tech created hybrid ferritin nanocages with histidine residues, achieving 1.5 times higher metal ion uptake and improved catalytic efficiency for alcohol production. The new cages show promising potential as viable catalysts in the chemical industry.
SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalAngewandte Chemie·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 24, 2022
Researchers identify a molecular culprit for COVID-19's seasonal nature, finding a galectin-like structure on the spike protein that responds to external seasonal patterns. This discovery could help predict future mutations and potentially pave the way for new therapeutics or vaccines.
SourceUniversity of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences·JournalMethods of Microbiology and Molecular Biology·DateDec 8, 2021
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Researchers create large molecular rings that self-assemble into a sheet-like structure on surfaces, allowing for adjustable mesh size and attachment of bulky molecules. This technology has the potential to enable novel catalysts and measure nanomechanical properties of proteins.
SourceUniversity of Bonn·JournalAngewandte Chemie·DateNov 26, 2021
Researchers at Korea Maritime & Ocean University have discovered a novel compound, β-HQ clathrates, that can capture both carbon dioxide and nitrous oxide in the atmosphere. The discovery provides valuable insights into the kinetics of trapping these greenhouse gases, which could lead to the development of new gas capture technologies.
SourceNational Korea Maritime and Ocean University·JournalChemical Engineering Journal·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 4, 2021
Skeletal muscle secretes a molecule that regulates around 35% of liver functions, with the remaining basal functions independent of muscle activity. Ageing alters this communication, leading to non-optimal functions and accelerated ageing.
SourceInstitute for Research in Biomedicine (IRB Barcelona)·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 22, 2021
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Researchers developed an AI tool that can quickly and accurately identify suspicious proteins in the body by analyzing their movements. The method, known as diffusional fingerprinting, uses machine learning algorithms to predict protein behavior with over 90% accuracy.
SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - Faculty of Science·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateAug 31, 2021
Researchers directly observe hydrogen bonds in water for the first time, revealing effects that could explain water's strange properties and inform life on Earth. The study uses SLAC's MeV-UED to detect subtle molecular movements, providing a new window into understanding water's role in chemical and biological processes.
SourceDOE/SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory·JournalNature·DateAug 25, 2021
Researchers at IOCB Prague develop a method to prepare metallic water without high pressure, by dissolving electrons from alkali metal in water vapor. The resulting solution lasts several seconds and contains dissolved alkali cations and hydroxide and hydrogen.
SourceInstitute of Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry of the Czech Academy of Sciences (IOCB Prague)·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 28, 2021
Scientists create one-dimensional array of individual molecules and precisely control its electronic structure. By manipulating individual molecules, they can create alternating charge patterns, allowing for information transfer in tiny circuits.
SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·JournalNature Electronics·DateNov 12, 2020
New research reveals that simple DNA-peptide interactions can generate a surprising diversity of compartmentalised higher-ordered phase behaviours, suggesting these polymers' primordial interactions may have helped create modern complex biological structures. The study found that changes in environmental conditions, such as salinity or...
SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalACS Nano·DateOct 14, 2020
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Researchers at Osaka City University have developed a quantum algorithm that removes pesky spin contaminants from chemical calculations on quantum computers. This breakthrough enables precise and accurate predictions of atomic and molecular behavior, which is crucial for applications such as pharmaceuticals and materials research.
Scientists at TU Wien have explained DNA's unusual behavior under tension using a unique combination of civil engineering and physics. The study reveals that DNA can twist more than expected when stretched, with significant consequences for biology and medicine.
SourceVienna University of Technology·JournalJournal of the Mechanics and Physics of Solids·DateAug 5, 2020
Researchers create Y-shaped DNA nanostructures that can fuse exclusively with similar ones, demonstrating controllability of liquid-liquid phase separation. The team also constructs a special DNA structure to bridge incompatible motifs, allowing for the creation of Janus-shaped droplets with localized cargo molecules.
SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalScience Advances·DateJul 15, 2020
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Research investigates cyclosporin variants for their potential in regulating mitochondrial activity, shedding light on the structure-activity relationship. The study's findings suggest that certain cycloprotein molecules may be useful in treating diseases related to mitochondrial dysfunction.
SourceKazan Federal University·JournalBiochemical and Biophysical Research Communications·DateJun 18, 2020
Researchers from Université libre de Bruxelles found that large molecules move faster near rougher surfaces at the nanometric scale, defying simulations. The team created a rough surface of aluminum and applied weak electric fields to measure molecular motion.
SourceUniversité libre de Bruxelles·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateJan 17, 2020
The University of Warwick has developed a new theory to accurately predict the lifetime of evaporating liquid droplets, which can be exploited for engineering design. The research reveals fascinating new physics in vapour flow, including jumps in temperature across just a few molecules.
SourceUniversity of Warwick·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateOct 10, 2019
Researchers at Tokyo Tech propose a new approach to build a periodic table for molecules with multiple types of symmetries. The table groups atoms by symmetry and valence electrons, enabling predictions of stable molecular clusters.
SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalNature Communications·DateSep 9, 2019
Researchers at Ehime University discovered a molecular insulating crystal that reversibly exhibits metal-like conducting behavior under UV-irradiation. This unique property indicates the existence of other photoexcited states of matter with novel properties.
SourceEhime University·JournalJournal of Materials Chemistry C·DateAug 29, 2019
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The research team developed a system that allows for the real-time observation of MOF adsorption behavior, enabling accurate measurements and assessments of gas adsorption isotherms. By analyzing individual pore molecules, they identified a stepwise adsorption process and quantified the effects of pore structure and adsorption molecule...
SourceThe Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)·JournalNature Chemistry·DateJun 19, 2019
A new study reveals a 'threading' mechanism where linear molecules thread through ring polymers, causing shape fluctuations under fluid flow. This insight may lead to new processing methods for sustainable polymer materials.
SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalNature Communications·DateMay 17, 2019
Researchers at Hokkaido University developed a computational approach to predict the behavior of clusters of molecules, enabling faster electronic devices with on/off switching and reversible conductivity. This method could lead to the creation of cluster molecular electronics, a new field of science.
SourceHokkaido University·JournalScientific Reports·DateApr 3, 2019
Researchers at the University of Tokyo have discovered how plants detect odor molecules by binding to transcriptional co-repressors, changing gene expression. This understanding may lead to new ways of influencing plant behavior, such as altering crop quality or deterring pests.
SourceUniversity of Tokyo·JournalJournal of Biological Chemistry·DateJan 23, 2019
Scientists have observed a previously unrecognized swarming behavior in Spironucleus vortens, a single-celled parasite infecting ornamental fish. The swarm exhibits highly coordinated movement, suggesting interactions between the flagellates, which may contribute to its life cycle and lead to novel treatments.
SourceJohns Hopkins Medicine·JournalJournal of Eukaryotic Microbiology·DateDec 13, 2018
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A study using Drosophila has demonstrated that chromosomal instability promotes invasive behavior in epithelial cells, activating key signaling pathways. The researchers identified the oncogene Fos and tumour suppressor Capicua as crucial players in this process, paving the way for future treatments.
SourceInstitute for Research in Biomedicine (IRB Barcelona)·JournalDevelopmental Cell·DateSep 26, 2018
Researchers from Rice University's Laboratory for Nanophotonics studied plasmons in polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) with fewer than 50 atoms. They found that these molecules can support molecular plasmons in the visible spectrum, offering a new area of research at the intersection of plasmonics and molecular chemistry.
SourceRice University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateSep 5, 2018
Scientists at UMass Amherst create a many-compartmented gel to trap large DNA molecules, exhibiting a 'topologically frustrated' inability to diffuse. The discovery has implications for gene therapy and tissue therapy, where precise control over macromolecules is crucial.
SourceUniversity of Massachusetts Amherst·JournalNature Communications·DateJun 8, 2018
The study reveals unexpected molecular behavior in ultra-nanoscale channels, where neutral molecules behave as though carrying a charge. The team developed an algorithm for selecting optimal nanochannel size for each drug, but found that current theories were unable to explain the observed effects.
SourceHouston Methodist·JournalNature Communications·DateMay 17, 2018
A new pesticide, Sivanto, manufactured by Bayer AG, has been found to negatively impact honeybees' taste, learning, and memory capabilities. While proper use of the pesticide reduces negative effects, further research is needed to examine its influence on motor function, waggle dance, or orientation.
SourceUniversity of Würzburg·JournalScientific Reports·DateApr 5, 2018
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Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply powers sensors, microcontrollers, and test circuits with programmable rails and stable outputs.
A team of researchers has observed unexpected rotational motion of hydrogen molecules within a molecular cage, which could lead to breakthroughs in hydrogen storage materials. The study provides fundamental insights into the behavior of quantum-influenced particles trapped in well-defined spaces.
SourceCarnegie Institution for Science·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateMar 27, 2018
Scientists have built a computational microscope that can simulate atomic and subatomic forces driving molecular interactions. The tool streamlines efforts to understand chemistry, model large systems, and develop new pharmaceutical agents.
SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalNature Methods·DateMar 26, 2018
Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin have created a first-of-its-kind chemical oscillator using DNA molecules, enabling precise molecular control and complex behaviors. The discovery opens doors to creating molecular machines that can perform sophisticated tasks such as communication and signal processing.
SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·JournalScience·DateDec 14, 2017
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A team of scientists has found that applying a brief laser pulse to the C60 bucky-ball material creates superconducting properties up to 100 degrees above the critical temperature. The discovery sheds light on the unusual physical phenomena and offers potential for manufacturing electronic devices with adjustable properties.
SourceScuola Internazionale Superiore di Studi Avanzati·JournalNature Physics·DateOct 25, 2017
A new study sheds light on the molecular mechanism that shapes behavior in fruit flies, revealing a causal link between epigenetics and genetics. Researchers found that epigenetic marks interact with genes to regulate differences in feeding behaviors.
SourceCIFAR·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateOct 16, 2017
Scientists developed a machine-learning method to predict molecular behavior, which can aid in developing new pharmaceuticals and enhancing emerging battery technologies. The method combines physics, chemistry, and machine learning, allowing it to simulate complex chemical behavior within molecules.
SourceNew York University·JournalNature Communications·DateOct 11, 2017
Researchers analyzed how water molecules interact with one another in three types of ice, finding that interactions depend strongly on molecule orientation and ice structure. Insights from this analysis will help understand liquid water and its behavior surrounding biomolecules.
SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalThe Journal of Chemical Physics·DateOct 10, 2017
Researchers use liquid-phase transmission electron microscopy to study colloidal gold nanoparticles' interactions and self-assembly. The method provides precise control over particle shape and assembly rates, opening up new possibilities for nanotechnology applications.
SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalNature Communications·DateOct 2, 2017
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Researchers from Hokkaido University discovered that UV-irradiated amorphous ice exhibits liquid-like behavior at extremely low temperature ranges. The ice behaves similarly to a liquid, with a viscosity similar to that of honey or silicic magma, allowing it to facilitate the formation of organic compounds and dust accretion on planets.
SourceHokkaido University·JournalScience Advances·DateSep 29, 2017
Researchers at Université libre de Bruxelles found that molecules move faster as they approach adhesive surfaces due to the nanoconfinement effect. However, this increased movement rate is only temporary, lasting until new molecules fill in the gaps and slow down the molecular movement.
SourceUniversité libre de Bruxelles·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateSep 1, 2017
Researchers at Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) have developed a new type of carbon nanomaterial that can change shapes and colors depending on the solvent used. The material exhibits tunable emission spanning a wide range of colors in various solvents.
SourceUlsan National Institute of Science and Technology(UNIST)·JournalAdvanced Materials·DateJun 10, 2017
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Scientists create a 'molecular black hole' by stripping electrons from atoms using the world's most powerful X-ray laser. The experiment uses intense pulses to study molecular behavior and could advance high-resolution imaging of viruses, bacteria, and complex materials.
SourceDOE/Argonne National Laboratory·JournalNature·DateJun 8, 2017
Researchers at Osaka University developed artificial fluorescent membrane lipids that mimic sphingomyelin and interact with proteins, enabling the study of complex cellular processes. The findings reveal dynamic behavior of SMs associated with CD59 and plasma membranes, offering insights into modifying molecular interactions.
SourceOsaka University·JournalJournal of Cell Biology·DateJun 5, 2017
Researchers have developed a new framework to study osmosis and diffusio-osmotic flow, which can accurately predict behavior in various industrial and medical applications. The findings provide a unified approach to understanding these phenomena, enabling the estimation of effects on liquid transport across nano-porous membranes.
SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalThe Journal of Chemical Physics·DateMay 18, 2017
Researchers used computer simulations to model chromosomes and found that reorganization occurs only on small spatial scales and short time scales. The study aims to develop new methodologies for visualizing genome distances smaller than 0.1 Mbp, improving our understanding of chromatin behavior during interphase.
SourceInternational School of Advanced Studies (SISSA)·JournalPLOS Computational Biology·DateJun 29, 2016
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Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter measures wind, temperature, and humidity in real time for site assessments, aviation checks, and safety briefings.
Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory discovered a new state of water molecules exhibiting quantum tunneling behavior under ultra-confinement. This phenomenon is unmatched by any known gas, liquid, or solid states, with implications for understanding thermodynamic properties and behavior in confined environments.
SourceDOE/Oak Ridge National Laboratory·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateApr 22, 2016
Researchers at Kansas State University have developed a method to capture X-ray images of nanoparticles in femtosecond sequences, providing insights into their interactions with intense laser light. The technique has applications in understanding aerosol formation, climate models, and the development of optoelectronics.
SourceKansas State University·JournalNature Photonics·DateApr 5, 2016
A study in yeast reveals that nutrients can affect gene expression, suggesting a complex interplay between metabolism and genetics. The findings have implications for understanding how cells respond to certain drugs and may explain why some individuals fail to respond to treatment.
SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalNature Microbiology·DateFeb 11, 2016
A team of researchers monitored the folding of an RNA hairpin in a living cell and compared the results with those of test tube analyses. They found that the RNA molecule in the living cell exhibited strong fluctuations in stability, similar to the dynamic changes in the cellular environment.
SourceRuhr-University Bochum·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·DateFeb 2, 2016
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Researchers at Kyoto University successfully visualized RNA behavior within living brain tissue of mice, enabling the study of RNA distribution and its response to drugs. This breakthrough technique holds promise for accelerating the discovery and development of new drugs.
SourceInstitute for Integrated Cell-Material Sciences, Kyoto University·JournalNucleic Acids Research·DateJul 14, 2015
Researchers at Aarhus University have developed new software that enables faster and more precise analysis of individual molecules. This allows for better understanding of molecular interactions and behavior, which can lead to breakthroughs in targeted medicine.
SourceAarhus University·JournalNature Methods·DateJun 30, 2015
Researchers at Arizona State University have identified a new mechanism of charge transport through DNA, differing from previously recognized patterns. The discovery has important implications for the design of functional DNA-based electronic devices and understanding health risks associated with oxidative damage to DNA.
SourceArizona State University·JournalNature Chemistry·DateApr 14, 2015
Gold nanoclusters of 102 and 144 atoms show distinct behavior, with smaller clusters acting like giant molecules and larger ones exhibiting metallic properties. These findings have significant implications for developing bioimaging and sensing technologies based on metal-like clusters.
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Cells make decisions based on environmental stimuli, with cytoskeleton dynamics playing a key role. A recent study found that inherent 'handedness' in molecular structures directs cell behavior and confers the ability to sense left and right differences.
SourceNational University of Singapore·JournalNature Cell Biology·DateMar 30, 2015
Scientists at Forschungszentrum Juelich re-measured the van der Waals force for single molecules, revealing a superlinear increase with growing molecular size. The study highlights the importance of van der Waals forces in biomolecules and adhesives, such as geckos' ability to climb smooth walls.
SourceForschungszentrum Juelich·JournalNature Communications·DateNov 26, 2014
Scientists at the University of Liverpool have discovered that changes in messenger molecule mRNA creation and destruction rates contribute to osteoarthritis. The study highlights key genes involved in the disease and offers hope for developing targeted therapies.
SourceUniversity of Liverpool·JournalArthritis & Rheumatism·DateSep 4, 2014
Researchers cooled singly charged aluminum monohydride molecules from room temperature to 4 degrees Kelvin in a fraction of a second, stopping their rotation. This breakthrough technique could lead to new applications in ultracold quantum-controlled chemistry and fundamental constants testing.
SourceNorthwestern University·JournalNature Communications·DateSep 2, 2014
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Researchers at Princeton University used a computer model to explore water as it freezes, finding that it can exist in two liquid phases of different densities. The dual nature of water could lead to better understanding of how it behaves at cold temperatures found in high-altitude clouds.
Researchers develop efficient method to study ring polymers, finding they behave differently from linear polymers due to lack of free ends. The method significantly reduces analysis time, revealing these materials are more fragile than expected.
SourceInternational School of Advanced Studies (SISSA)·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateMar 21, 2014
Researchers at the University of Basel successfully pulled isolated molecular chains from a gold surface using atomic force microscopy. The experiment revealed the detachment force and binding energy of molecules, providing new insights into the mechanical behavior of single polymers.
SourceUniversity of Basel·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMar 4, 2014