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A mitochondrion, split in half to reveal the internal membranes and molecules within.

Mitochondrial Protein Linked to Longer Healthy Lifespan

Colorful pills against a black background, representing drugs that influence DNA repair mechanisms.

Common Medicines May Affect CRISPR and Precision Cancer Therapy

Medicinal syrup bottle in focus with blurred prescription medicine bottles in the background.

Rapid, Low-Cost Test Can Detect Deadly Toxins in Children’s Medicine

Taking Aim at a Hard-To-Target Cancer Receptor

“Bone Is Filled With Metabolites” – Even After Millions of Years

Drone-Mounted Lab Can Monitor Fertilizer Runoff in Real Time

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A researcher analyzing brain images on a computer screen.

Inspired by Aerospace Scientists Use X-Rays To Study the Brain

Learn how the X-ray ptychography imaging technique is pushing the boundaries of neuroscience by mapping the mouse brain connectome.

A crystal of the newly discovered piezoelectric material viewed under a microscope.

Highly Efficient Material Turns Motion Into Power, Without Toxic Lead

Discover how a new lead-free piezoelectric material could help power sensors, medical implants and flexible electronics in the future.

A close-up 3D rendering of an RNA strand, featuring a single helix structure with loose nucleotides, surrounded by floating particles on a blue gradient background.

A “Molecular Film” Reveals How RNA Assembles Itself Step by Step

A study captured the first near frame-by-frame view of a self-splicing ribozyme assembling into its active form. Using cryo-EM, SAXS, biochemistry and molecular simulations, researchers mapped hidden intermediates.

Cryo-EM rendering of a statin molecule bound to the RyR1 channel, revealing how the drug triggers calcium leaks in muscle cells.

Study Reveals How Statins Trigger Muscle Damage and Potential Ways To Stop It

Researchers show statins force open RyR1 calcium channels in muscle cells, revealing the cause of muscle damage and paths to safer drugs.

Three salmon swimming underwater in a river.

DNA Pulled “Out of Thin Air” To Count Salmon

Discover how environmental DNA tracking can estimate salmon populations through airborne DNA analysis, revolutionizing species monitoring.

A 2 day old Atlantic grey seal pup lies on a rocky beach nose-to-nose with its mother.

Seal Milk Rivals Breast Milk in Complexity and Sugar Content

Researchers have shown that seal milk contains ~33% more sugar molecules than breast milk. Many of these sugars are unique, and the findings could provide insights into ways of improving infant formula for babies.

Abstract illustration of neural networks and a brain highlighting synaptic activity studied with the zap-and-freeze technique.

Human Brain Cell Communication Observed With "Zap and Freeze" Technique

Zap-and-freeze imaging captures real-time synaptic vesicle cycling in human brain tissue, offering new clues to Parkinson’s disease mechanisms.

A satellite in Earth's orbit like the one used in Empa's X-ray imaging study.

Returning Satellite From Space X-Rayed for the First Time

Discover how non-destructive X-ray methods reveal the interior of the EURECA satellite, impacting future reusable space technologies.

3D structure of ZAK protein interacting with ribosomes.

First 3D Details of Cellular “Stress” Warning Protein Revealed

Explore how the initial details of the 3D ZAK protein structure reveal the mechanisms behind the cell damage detection system, aiding in the development of better therapies.

Smoke billowing from chimneys at an industrial site, illustrating gas emissions.

Surprising Membrane Finding Could Inspire Cleaner Industrial Separations

Discover how new membranes for industrial gas separation improve efficiency and reduce carbon emissions in gas separation processes.

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