Research Update Jumping gene found to be strongly linked to depression, fear, and anxiety By combining molecular biology with neuroscience, researchers have found that a well-known gene works to withstand psychiatric stress.
Research Update Going against the flow: scientists reveal garden eels’ unique way of feeding The first lab study on garden eels shows how these shy creatures use their burrows, and change their movement and posture, when feeding in strong currents.
Research Update PCR test for Okinawa mozuku could increase yields and lead to climate-tolerant strains Scientists develop a PCR test that can detect the presence of nine genes, helping distinguish whether Okinawa mozuku germlings are male or female, and whether they are haploid or diploid.
Research Update Two new species of freshwater goby fish discovered in Palawan, Philippines Scientists identify two new species of goby, from the genus Rhinogobius, found further south than ever previously seen.
Research Update New scaffold design improves growth of regenerating neurons Researchers use a state-of-the-art technique to build 3D scaffolds that may help neurons repair and re-connect after spinal injury.