Creating Energy from Blood Sugar
A fuel cell beneath the skin that converts body blood sugar into electrical energy sounds like science fiction. Nonetheless, it appears to work flawlessly. Generating…
Biology
Using a Virus to Lure it into a Trap
Luring a virus into a trap may not be a viable strategy as viruses are not sentient beings and do not have the ability to…
The Sympathetic Nervous System has been Digitally Mapped by Researchers
The cardiac sympathetic neural network, which controls the body’s heart rate and ‘fight-or-flight’ response, has been digitally topographically mapped by researchers. They hope that this…
Aging Cells might be eliminated by enhancing the Body’s Antiviral Immune Response
Boosting the body’s anti-viral immune response has the potential to eliminate aging cells, according to some recent research. As we age, our immune system tends…
Real-time Protein Secretion is revealed by Nanoplasmonic Imaging
Nanoplasmonic imaging is a powerful technique that enables researchers to observe real-time biological events at the nanoscale. It involves the use of metallic nanoparticles, which…
The Metabolism of Essential Fatty Acids is Influenced by Genetic Factors
Genetic background can affect the metabolism of essential fatty acids. Essential fatty acids are polyunsaturated fatty acids that are required for many important biological processes…
Astrocyte Cells are Required for the Development of Skilled Movements
Astrocyte cells have been found to play a critical role in learning skilled movements. Astrocytes are a type of glial cell in the brain that…
How the Thylacosmilus, a “Marsupial Sabertooth,” Perceived the Universe
Using teeth so big they stretched across the top of its cranium, an ancient carnivorous marsupial cousin with wide-set eyes like a bovine or a…
Using Ultrasound to make Engineered Cells Dance
Ultrasound has been used in many medical applications, including imaging, therapy, and drug delivery. More recently, researchers have been exploring its potential in controlling cells…
Using Plant Pigments to give Vegetables Anti-inflammatory Properties
Plant pigments are known for their health-promoting properties, including anti-inflammatory effects. Incorporating these pigments into vegetables can help to enhance their anti-inflammatory properties and provide…
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