Researchers capture high-powered microscopic images showing startlingly high SARS-CoV-2 viral loads on human respiratory surfaces.
Where and how do RNAs localize in tiny prokaryotic cells?
Similar to eukaryotes, prokaryotic cells can spatiotemporally regulate localization of RNAs, which is crucial for the survival and proper function of these tiny organisms.
Stealthy microrobots that can evade the immune system
Zwitterionic polymers allow researchers to fabricate drug-carrying microrobots that can operate covertly under the immune system’s radar.
Human-on-a-chip provides an accurate model for the immune system
A new in vitro model of the body’s immune system better predicts its response to new therapeutics, potentially lowering the high costs and low success rates of drug discovery.
Perovskite silicon tandem solar cells with an optimum perovskite band gap
A group of researchers from Freiburg present a new tandem solar cell to break through current theoretical limits..
Balancing acts in nervous system development
Identifying the critical questions regarding long distance regressive signaling and how they are important for understanding nervous system development and pathogenesis in neurodegeneration.
Lighting the path for cells: Growing neurons in 3D patterns
Researchers use “a guiding light” to direct the 3D growth of nerve tissue with a high degree of precision.
Nanomedicine and drug delivery systems: The cutting edge of modern healthcare
Micro- and nanoparticle-based drug delivery systems are revolutionizing medicine, from minimizing the toxicity of therapeutics to improving their efficacy.
What cells does SARS-CoV-2 attack?
A collaborative team of German scientists identify which lung cells are susceptible to SARS-CoV-2 and why infection severity varies in different demographics.
Computer modeling reveals details of how cells fix damage to our DNA
Computer modeling decodes the chemistry carried out by complex DNA repair enzymes to remove DNA damage caused by environmental exposure.