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Light-matter interaction without interferenceQuantum dots might constitute the foundation of quantum communication. They are an efficient interface between matter and light, with photons...
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How gonorrhea develops resistance to antibiotics
As public health officials worry about the emergence of antibiotic-resistant gonorrhea, researchers are tracing how antibiotics bind to a...
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New approaches to heal injured nerves
Researchers have deciphered new mechanisms that enable the regeneration of nerve fibers. This could open up new treatment approaches for the brain,...
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Evolution designed by parasites
A new paper explores an overlooked aspect of the relationship between parasites and their hosts by systematically discussing the ways in which...
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A novel technology for genome-editing a broad range of mutations in live organisms
Researchers have developed a new tool -- dubbed SATI -- to edit the mouse genome, enabling the team to target a broad range of mutations and cell...
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Migrating mule deer don't need directions, study finds
Mule deer navigate in spring and fall mostly by using their knowledge of past migration routes and seasonal ranges, according to a new study.
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Tech time not to blame for teens' mental health problems
A new study suggests that the time adolescents are spending on their phones and online is not that bad. The study tracked young adolescents on...
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Children of incarcerated parents have more substance abuse, anxiety
Children of incarcerated parents are six times more likely to develop a substance use disorder in adulthood and nearly twice as likely to have...
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Laser-produced uranium plasma evolves into more complex species
Mapping the evolution of complex uranium oxide species has practical applications from Mars exploration to nuclear proliferation detection.
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Brain's astrocytes play starring role in long-term memory
Researchers have discovered that star-shaped cells called astrocytes help the brain establish long-lasting memories. The work could inform...
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How memories form and fade
Researchers have identified the neural processes that make some memories fade rapidly while other memories persist over time.
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Can't get thinner than this: Synthesis of atomically flat boron sheets
Scientists have found a simple method for producing atomically thin layers of oxidized borophene, a promising 2D boron-based nanomaterial that...
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A single gene determines whether a fly has a good sense of sight or a good sense of smell
Trade-offs in the sizes of visual and olfactory organs are a common feature of animal evolution, but the underlying genetic and developmental...