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01Aug

The New Antibacterial Sponge Proves to be Highly Effective Against Toxic Blue-Green Algae

Credit: PixaobayToxic cyanobacteria, commonly referred to as blue-green algae, can pose dangers to both humans and wildlife when their numbers increase significantly in lakes or rivers. Fortunately, a recently created sponge shows promise in effectively managing and controlling these harmful algal blooms.Persulfate-Based OxidantsPreviously, Jiangfang Yu and Lin Tang, scientists from China's Hunan University, conducted...

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01Aug

Amino Acid Alterations in Sperm Linked to Infertility

Crédito: https://unsplash.com/photos/1NvNQIYToicSperm play a vital role in creating new life, contributing half of the required genetic material for fertilization. Researchers at the University of Michigan are now delving into the molecular-level details of sperm formation, focusing on protamines—a unique group of proteins that package sperm DNA.Understanding the significance of protamines may shed light on...

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31Jul

Scientists Have Discovered Which Region of Rats’ Brains Becomes Active When they Giggle

Credit: PixaobayWhat occurs in the brain during tickling? Back in 1999, researchers discovered that rats emit vocalizations similar to humans when tickled. The question arises: do they laugh or react aggressively due to irritation?At the neurobiological level, studies have successfully identified brain regions responsible for fear, reward, sensory processing, and cognition, but the understanding...

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31Jul

New Research Links Mitochondrial Gene Expression to Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy

Credit: Physiological Genomics (2023). DOI: 10.1152/physiolgenomics.00005.2023High blood pressure (hypertension) during pregnancy poses severe risks to the pregnant and fetus. A recent study sheds light on potential contributing factors to these dangerous disorders, focusing on changes in mitochondrial gene expression. The research offers valuable insights into understanding and potentially addressing hypertensive disorders during pregnancy.Examining Hypertensive Disorders of...

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31Jul

Kangaroo Tendons May Enhance Human Knee Rebuilding Significantly

Credit: PixaobayThe possibility of using kangaroo tissue for knee reconstruction is nearing reality, as human trials are scheduled to begin in 2024."I've consistently maintained that kangaroos represent nature's most exceptional athletes," states Dr. Nick Hartnell, an orthopedic surgeon and one of the study's authors. "These creatures truly stand out with their remarkable abilities, capable...

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28Jul

Scientists Find the Key to Virgin Birth and Enable it in Female Flies

Credit: PixaobayScientists have made a groundbreaking discovery by identifying the genetic cause of virgin birth in an unexpected species, the fruit fly ''Drosophila melanogaster''. Once this ability is activated in a female fruit fly, it can be inherited by successive generations.In this process, females can reproduce either sexually with the presence of males...

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28Jul

The Ancient African Continent DNA Revelation! The Amazing Truth

We all have heard of Africa as the "cradle of humankind" or the "fountain of humankind”, due to the earliest evidence of human ancestors found here. A new research show on how the African ancestor mixture and a couple of truths on how they lived and connected came to light.A group of 44 researchers...

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27Jul

Unraveling the Activation Process of a Key Protein with Therapeutic Potential

Credit: Unsplash.Scientists have achieved a significant breakthrough by uncovering the step-by-step activation process of a protein with deep evolutionary roots found across all domains of life. This discovery opens up new possibilities for utilizing the protein as a powerful biotechnology tool with potential applications in therapeutics.Argonaute Protein and RNA InterferenceThe protein in focus belongs to...

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26Jul

Butterfly Flight Sparks Researchers to Seek Novel Approaches for Generating Force and Electricity

Credit: PixaobayScientists from the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) have successfully generated gripping force and electricity by drawing inspiration from a butterfly's initial flight. The researchers explained that the butterfly's wings, composed of chitin, undergo a process of dehydration while its veins are filled with blood during the unfolding stage of metamorphosis....

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26Jul

AI Unveils Genes Shaping Human Skeletons

A new study has pinpointed the genes that shape our skeletons. Credit: The University of Texas at AustinResearchers from The University of Texas at Austin and New York Genome Center have harnessed AI (artificial intelligence) to analyze an extensive collection of X-ray images and genetic sequences, identifying genes responsible for shaping various aspects of...

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