A molecule emitted by rainforest plants plays a key role in forming mysterious aerosol particles in the region’s upper troposphere.
Bradley van Paridon
Brad completed a Ph.D. where he studied invasive parasites and parasites that manipulate their hosts. After graduating, he began freelance science writing and podcasting. His written and audio stories have appeared in Chemistry World, Hakai, Scientific American, and Undark.
Why exercising early in life is key to keeping muscles strong as we age
Study shows that starting exercise early helps condition cells to preserve motor neurons before age-related loss.
Injectable hydrogel helps regrow blood vessels after a stroke
A hydrogel delivers therapeutic molecules to the brain after a stroke, promoting blood vessel regrowth and aiding recovery.
Turning banana peels and coconuts into clean energy
Researchers develop a device that generates clean energy from food waste, using banana peels and coconuts to power communities sustainably.
Parkinson’s drug helps alleviate nicotine withdrawal symptoms
Researchers discover that a Parkinson’s drug, procyclidine, can reduce physical nicotine withdrawal symptoms, such as tremors and immobility.
Click chemistry makes “switchable” drug carriers that minimize side effects
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Fused comb jellies share their secrets of regeneration
Two individual comb jellies can fuse into a single organism, providing an incredible feat of regeneration rarely seen in the animal world.
Enzymes help engineer safer, more effective vaccines
Researchers use enzymes to link antigens and adjuvants, creating safer and more effective vaccines by lowering the required adjuvant dosage.
Wetlands can be recovered with the right plants, and that’s good news for the planet
Scientists are reviving lost wetlands using paludiculture, blending ecology and economy to combat climate change and restore biodiversity.
Molecules secreted by parasitic worms found to reduce scarring during wound healing
Researchers have discovered that a protein produced by parasitic worms in the gut enhances wound healing in mice.