β-glucans show promise as adjuvants for allergy treatment
A recent study carried out by a research team from the Paul-Ehrlich-Institut investigated the immunomodulating properties of ...
eLife5d
Volume electron microscopy reveals unique laminar synaptic characteristics in the human entorhinal cortex
The entorhinal cortex (EC) plays a pivotal role in memory function and spatial navigation, connecting the hippocampus with the neocortex. The EC integrates a wide range of cortical and subcortical ...
eLife8d
Pain-Related Memory Impairment: How does chronic pain lead to memory loss?
A dysfunctional signaling pathway in the hippocampus has been linked to chronic pain-related memory impairment in mice.
Hard stones’ earthy qualities offer rich seam for fine jewellers
“The appeal of using unusual hard stones has always stemmed from a desire to celebrate the raw beauty of the earth,” says Sophie Howard, founder of UK fine jewellery brand By Pariah. “Hard stones — ...
C&EN18d
Peculiar Poly(ε-caprolactone) Periodic-Dendritic Aggregates: Architecture and Assembly Mechanism Probed Using X-ray Microbeam
High-resolution SEM imaging of the flower-like structure highlights densely packed, edge-on lamellae with lobed rims, forming a dome-shaped surface, while the zigzag spherulites exhibit dendritic ...
How snowflakes get their intricate shapes
From stars to needles to amorphous globs, scientists are demystifying a snowflake’s complex construction, showing how factors ...
C&EN28d
Machine Learning-Assisted High-Donor-Number Electrolyte Additive Screening toward Construction of Dendrite-Free Aqueous Zinc-Ion Batteries
National Innovation Center for Industry-Education Integration of Energy Storage, MOE Key Laboratory of Low-Grade Energy Utilization Technologies and Systems, CQU-NUS Renewable Energy Materials & ...