How scientists are building a library of the brain’s dysfunctional pathways
SungJung Cho reports on a new study that has detailed dysfunctional neural circuits associated with neuropsychiatric disorders.
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Hope for HIV vaccine—antibodies protect animals against infection in pilot study
Sinibaldo Romero Arocha reports on new findings that broadly neutralising antibodies confer protection against HIV in a primate study.
New research reveals how a 12-millimetre fish is as loud as a gunshot
George Rabin discusses how new research on the Danionella cerebrum equate its noises to that of an aircraft and gunshot.
Trapped not attracted: Why insects flock to lights
George Rabin reports on new findings which oppose the conventional idea that insects are attracted to light.
Scientists uncover multiple sclerosis gene origins
Izzie Farrance reports on the new finding that genes contributing to multiple sclerosis may have spread due to ancient population migrations.
Blue energy—harnessing the power of tropical waters for a greener future
Matthew Rogers explores the green technology ocean thermal energy conversion, which could be better than conventional renewable energy.
Chickpeas and Moondust—a step into the beyond
Lily Massey reports that modifications to lunar soil render it able to grow crops, which may be the first step for human life on the moon.
Small molecules with great potential: An exciting advance in type 1 diabetes research
Sophie Basarrate reports on two new studies which suggest that pancreatic B cells may regenerate, and the applications it has for diabetes.
Social media reveals hermit crabs’ plastic homes
George Rabin reports on a novel use of social media as a source of data regarding crabs using plastic for shells.
AI technology used to find a new class of antibiotics effective against MRSA
Alice Pebody reports on a novel use of AI, screening chemical libraries for antibiotic candidates against MRSA.