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Researchers discover potential SARS-CoV-2 inhibitors
New active substances that can block the replication of the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus discovered in proof-of-concept study.
Fluorescent nanodiamonds successfully injected into living cells
Fluorescent nano-sized diamonds give a better glimpse inside cells.
This month in pictures
From patchwork liquid marbles, artificial nerve grafts, and giant perovskites, this gallery features a host of incredible images, bringing life to the research behind them.
Developing a new generation of quantum hard drives using 2D magnets
Using theoretical and experimental analysis, researchers aim to better understand the novel and intriguing magnetic properties of 2D materials for the next generation of information technologies.
Addressing ozone-depleting nitrous oxide pollution with metal complexes
Synthesis of a rare metal complex of nitrous oxide opens new vistas for the degradation of a potent greenhouse gas.
Extracting information stored in 100,000 nuclear quantum bits
Researchers were able to detect a “needle” of highly fragile quantum information in a “haystack” of nuclei.
Flickering shadows of the fine skeleton of a cell
A new method with unprecedented resolution allows researchers to visualize dynamic and elusive mechanisms that underpin essential biological processes, such as cell division.
Dynamic 3D printing process features a light-driven twist
Light provides freedom to control each layer and improves precision and speed.
Russian COVID-19 vaccine shows 91.6% efficacy in phase 3 trial
Russia’s Sputnik V coronavirus vaccine gives around 92% protection against COVID-19, results published in The Lancet reveal.