Coffee-based staining offers eco-friendly solution for electron microscopy
Researchers at TU Graz have proven that espresso is a favourable alternative to the highly toxic and radioactive…
Virus shells use asymmetry to control RNA release and infection
Viruses are typically described as tiny, perfectly geometric shells that pack genetic material with mathematical precision, but new…
New technique overcomes technological barrier in 3D brain imaging
Scientists at the Swiss Light Source SLS have succeeded in mapping a piece of brain tissue in 3D…
Unveiling the dual role of HIV integrase in viral replication
The rate of HIV infection continues to climb globally. Around 40 million people live with HIV-1, the most…
What happens when microplastics reach the testes? Study shows autophagy and cell loss
Invisible plastic fragments from common tableware are turning up in semen; now, researchers reveal how nanoscale particles may…
Mapping the dynamics of complex protein
Discover how the University of Manchester was able to explore the dynamics of complex proteins thanks to Bruker’s groundbreaking…
Scientists map step-by-step activation of brain receptors
When it comes to brain proteins, small changes can make a dramatic difference. Researchers studying NMDA (N-methyl-D-aspartate) receptors,…