Measuring intracellular viscosity could explain how molecules and signals are transported in diseases such as cystic fibrosis

Measuring intracellular viscosity could explain how molecules and signals are transported in diseases such as cystic fibrosis
Fast-replicating bacterial viruses, phages, have been harnessed to accelerate the evolution of biomolecules in the laboratory
Graphene–metal nanocomposites normally made by multistep techniques can now be made in one step by electrodeposition
Chromium nanoparticles show toxicity similar to that of hexavalent chromium
Addition of alumina nanoparticles can improve the performance and combustion of biodiesel while producing fewer emissions
Way of generating CO from easy-to-handle powder could eliminate need for CO-detectors and high-pressure equipment
Evonik's first project house outside Germany will develop new photovoltaic products and technologies with partners and universities
Genetic change that helps tumors move to other parts of the body has been identified
Support website to coordinate relief efforts by the scientific community in response to the devastating earthquake and tsunami disaster in Japan
Ozone-depleted air masses extended from the north pole south leading to higher than normal levels of ultraviolet radiation