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![Scientists at the Ruhr-Universität Bochum have identified a protein, Pannexin1, that is required for normal functioning of brain cells and learning in mice. Animals lacking […]](/wp-content/themes/arras/arras/images/thumbnail.png "The channel Pannexin1 is required for normal memory function")
The channel Pannexin1 is required for normal memory function
Posted on January 14, 2013 | No CommentsScientists at the Ruhr-Universität Bochum have identified a protein, Pannexin1, that is required for normal functioning of brain cells and learning in mice. Animals lacking […] -
New Developments in Production Techniques Bring Electric Solar Sail a Step Closer to Reality
Posted on January 13, 2013 | No CommentsExperts at the Electronics Research Laboratory at the University of Helsinki have managed to manufacture key components which allow the eled by Dr. Pekka Janhunen […] -
Small-scale chaos heats solar wind
Posted on January 10, 2013 | No CommentsSpatial and temporal observations of solar wind have revealed small scale, rapid variations in magnetic fields. Recent measurements of solar wind by the European Space […] -
Babies begin language learning in the womb
Posted on January 6, 2013 | No CommentsBabies begin assimilating language before they are even born, according to a study that was published in the journal Acta Paediatrica. Work conducted in American and Sweden […] -
![Geologists in the US and India have predicted the arrival of a devastating earthquake in the Himalayas. The grim outlook includes possible deaths of around […]](/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/News-image-01-300x1691-115x115.jpg "Himalayas should brace for ‘mega-quake’")
Himalayas should brace for ‘mega-quake’
Posted on January 6, 2013 | 3 CommentsGeologists in the US and India have predicted the arrival of a devastating earthquake in the Himalayas. The grim outlook includes possible deaths of around […] -
The taste of hot chocolate depends on the cup colour
Posted on January 6, 2013 | No CommentsNew research has shown that hot chocolate tastes better when it is in an orange or cream cup, compared to a white or red one. […] -
Stagnant crop yields in the world’s most populous countries
Posted on December 30, 2012 | No CommentsProduction of key crops such as rice, wheat and maize has failed to increase in India and China, according to a study published recently in […] -
Links between a key immune protein and depression
Posted on December 29, 2012 | No CommentsA study carried out in Denmark has revealed a possible relationship involving a fundamental immune protein and the risk of developing depression. The work has […] -
New Combination of Treatments Could Help Combat Deadly Melanoma
Posted on December 23, 2012 | No CommentsScientists at Manchester University may have identified a new way of treating deadly melanoma cancer. They discovered that MITF (a protein which helps cells to […] -
Myostatin and muscle loss
Posted on December 21, 2012 | No CommentsA group from Nanyang Technological University, having investigated the trend of muscle loss seen in certain chronic conditions, has identified the molecule myostatin as a […] -
![Work performed at Northwestern University has given fresh insight into the role of dendrites in brain function – this role having remained poorly understood for […]](/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/News-image-01-115x115.jpg "Electric role of dendritic spikes")
Electric role of dendritic spikes
Posted on December 9, 2012 | No CommentsWork performed at Northwestern University has given fresh insight into the role of dendrites in brain function – this role having remained poorly understood for […] -
New Research Could Lead to Treatment for PTSD and Drug Addiction
Posted on December 9, 2012 | No CommentsThe ability to alter memories seems terrifying and dangerous, yet for people with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder it could also be life-changing. In a significant […] -
Christmas Tree Transistor Could Improve the Operation of Future Computers
Posted on December 9, 2012 | No CommentsResearchers from Purdue and Harvard universities have been able to create a new ‘4-D’ transistor shaped like a Christmas tree, which contains three tiny nano-wires […]
