‘Hidden galaxies’: Key to unlocking some of universe’s secrets
Astronomers have peered back in time to find what looks like a population of ‘hidden’ galaxies that could hold the key to unlocking some of the universe’s secrets. If their…
Groundbreaking light-driven method to create key drug compounds
Traditionally, chemists have relied on well-established but limiting methods to synthesize these molecules. The new research, co-authored by Kevin Brown, the James F. Jackson Professor of Chemistry in the College,…
Honor 400 Lite Design, Key Features Surface Online Via Regional Online Retail Listing
Honor 400 series, which is expected to launch in May, may include a Lite variant. While nothing is official, the Honor 400 Lite has surfaced online via an ecommerce website. The…
Under-sea mountains are key ‘hubs’ for sharks
Under-sea mountains are key locations for predators — with 41 times more sharks than the open ocean, new research shows. The study — led by the University of Exeter and…
‘Game changing’ release of Type Ia Supernovae data may hold key to the history of the Universe
A unique dataset of Type Ia Supernovae being released today could change how cosmologists measure the expansion history of the Universe. Dr Mathew Smith and Dr Georgios Dimitriadis from Lancaster…
Mitochondria may hold the key to curing diabetes
Mitochondria are essential for generating energy that fuels cells and helps them function. Mitochondrial defects, however, are associated with the development of diseases such as type 2 diabetes. Patients who…
New research unlocks key to long-lasting immune response in cancer and chronic diseases
Prolonged illnesses like cancer and chronic infections often leave the immune system in a state of exhaustion, where its frontline defenders — T cells — lose their ability to function…
Artificial intelligence in biomedicine: A key to analyzing millions of individual cells
In recent years, researchers have made considerable progress with single-cell technology. This makes it possible to investigate tissue on the basis of individual cells and simply to determine the various…
New nanocrystal material a key step toward faster, more energy-efficient computing
Scientists including an Oregon State University chemistry researcher have taken a key step toward next-generation optical computing and memory with the discovery of luminescent nanocrystals that can be quickly toggled…
Japan’s New Energy Policy: Nuclear Power and Renewables Key to Future Growth
Japan is set to adopt a new energy strategy aimed at addressing increasing electricity demand while pursuing its decarbonisation goals. A government-backed panel of experts has supported plans to maximise…