Bacterial Collective Movement Modeling
There are several models that have been proposed to describe the collective movement of bacteria, also known as bacterial swarm behavior. One such model is…
Biology
Hemoglobin Levels in Deep Tissues are Monitored through a Skin Patch
A wearable skin patch that monitors hemoglobin in deep tissues would use a technology called transdermal optical spectroscopy (TOS) to non-invasively measure the concentration of…
Key Neurons that Keep Mammals’ Bodies at a Regular Temperature have been Identified Through Research
According to studies from Nagoya University in Japan, the preoptic area of the brain has a group of neurons known as EP3 neurons that are…
Studying the Neurological Mechanisms Underlying the Itch in Mice’s Eyes
The unpleasant effects of itchy skin are well known to those who have dry skin, dermatitis, or insect bites. The physiological mechanisms that cause itching…
Bacteria Thrive in the Mediterranean Sea’s Microfibers
Microfibers are extremely small fibers that are shed from synthetic textiles, such as those made from polyester and nylon. They are a major contributor to…
Red Blood Cells are Crammed into the Mirror-Coated Liver of Glassfrogs to Produce Transparency
Glassfrogs do not achieve transparency by packing red blood cells into their liver. Glassfrogs are a type of frog that are known for their transparent…
Researchers discover a Stem Cell Network in Prehistoric Fish
Stem cells are a type of cell that have the ability to divide and differentiate into various types of cells in the body. They are…
How Human Cells Produce the Zika Virus
When the Zika virus infects a human, it replicates within cells of the body, particularly in cells of the immune system. After the virus has…
An enhanced Hereditary Cancer Test is created by Researchers
Advances in genetic testing can help people identify their risk for inherited cancer and take steps to prevent or manage it. Hereditary cancer is caused…
Epigenetics is making Inroads into Cancer Treatment
Epigenetics is an emerging field that is beginning to have an impact on the clinical practice of cancer. Epigenetics refers to the study of changes…
The Life of Europasaurus as Revealed by its Inner Ear
Europasaurus was a small, herbivorous dinosaur that lived in what is now Europe during the Late Jurassic period, about 150 million years ago. It is…
Monitoring RNA Regulation at the Molecular Level
Molecular monitoring of RNA regulation involves techniques that allow researchers to study how RNA (ribonucleic acid) is regulated within cells. This can include techniques such…
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