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Phage editing technology could lead to alternative treatments for antibiotic-resistant bacteriaAs antibiotic resistance becomes an increasingly serious threat to our health, the scientific and medical communities are searching for new medicines to fight infections. Researchers at Gladstone Institutes have just moved closer to that goal with a novel technique for harnessing the power of bacteriophages.... Read more
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Researchers develop molecular biosensors that only light up upon binding to their targetsBiosensors—devices that use biological molecules to detect the presence of a target substance—have enormous potential for detecting disease biomarkers, molecules-in-action in diverse biological processes, or toxins and other harmful substances in the environment.... Read more
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Labs collaborate to enhance imaging tools for cell observationTwo labs at the University of Utah's Department of Chemistry joined forces to improve imaging tools that may soon enable scientists to better observe signaling in functioning cells and other molecular-scale processes central to life.... Read more
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Research team designs efficient bioenergy crops that need less water to growDrought stress has long been a limiting factor for crop production around the world, a challenge exacerbated by climate change.... Read more
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Miniature treadmills accelerate studies of insects walkingFruit flies walking on miniature treadmills are helping scientists learn how the nervous system enables animals to move in an unpredictable and complex world.... Read more
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Satellite remote sensing shows potential in agricultural monitoringPaddy rice is an important agricultural product, and accurate mapping of paddy rice fields is essential for enhancing food security, promoting sustainable agriculture, increasing crop yields, and facilitating technological advancements.... Read more
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Developing bird migration tracking with call detection technologyA research team primarily based at New York University (NYU) has achieved a breakthrough in ornithology and artificial intelligence by developing an end-to-end system to detect and identify the subtle nocturnal calls of migrating birds.... Read more
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Foamed plastic carriers boost biofilm formation in wastewater treatmentFor the sake of the environment and our quality of life, effective treatment of wastewater plays a vital role. A biological method to treat sewage using moving, biofilm-covered plastic items known as carriers has been gaining prominence, and an Osaka Metropolitan University-led team has found ways to make the process... Read more
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Novel software tool enables quality control independent of omics molecular types and can be used on multiple platformsQuality control (QC) strategies for monitoring and assessing instrument performance during mass spectrometry analysis is crucial for ensuring that the data generated is high-quality, reproducible, and accurate.... Read more
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Scientists uncover diverse marine microbes with potential for new antibiotics and plastic breakdownNew research shows how oceans can be used to help address major challenges such as the shortage of antimicrobial medicines, solutions for plastic pollution and novel enzymes for genome editing.... Read more
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Computer model boosts detection of cell-to-cell communicationA computer model developed by UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers significantly enhances the ability of scientists to detect communication between cells, according to a new study published in Nature Methods.... Read more
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Feeder-free induced pluripotent stem cells show promise for chronic kidney disease therapies in catsAmid advances in medicine to improve people's quality of life, an Osaka Metropolitan University-led team has, for the first time in the world, generated high-quality feline induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs), which have the potential to help companion animals and humans alike.... Read more
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Plant e-skin enables continuous, non-invasive monitoring for precision farmingPrecision farming is an emerging field that uses analysis tools such as sensors to collect data on crop plant conditions, such as temperature, humidity, moisture, and nutrient levels. The data collected from these sensors can help to optimize crop yield and allow farmers to promptly respond to changes in plant... Read more
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New machine learning model offers simple solution to predicting crop yieldA new machine-learning model for predicting crop yield using environmental data and genetic information can be used to develop new, higher-performing crop varieties.... Read more
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Breaking boundaries: PAM-less genome editing in soybeanCRISPR-Cas9 has transformed crop genetic improvement, yet its reliance on specific protospacer adjacent motif (PAM), sequences limits editing scope and efficiency. In soybean, a critical source of protein and oil, these limitations hinder the development of high-quality, high-yield varieties.... Read more