Improving Crop Yield With Leaf Angles

Researchers have identified novel factors involved in controlling the angles at which leaves emerge, possibly improving crop productivity.

Upcycling Carbon Dioxide Into Glucose and Fatty Acids

A new hybrid electro-biosystem can convert carbon dioxide into energy-rich long-chain compounds, presenting a step towards a renewable-electricity-driven manufacturing industry.

NIR-II-responsive Nickel-based Therapy Opens a New Door for Synergistic Oncotherapy

Scientists have successfully developed a PEGylation urchin-like nickel nanocluster for synergistic photothermal-chemodynamic therapy, overcoming previous limitations limiting their clinical applications.

Combatting Tumours at the Gut With Novel Oral Vaccine Made by Bacteria Robot

A novel oral vaccine system developed using a sugar-controlled bacteria robot may be used as an antigen delivery and display platform that can prevent a variety of diseases.

How the Suppression of AMPK by Growth Factor Midkine Promotes Cancer Progression

Scientists have discovered a novel function of the growth factor Midkine and how it contributes to cancer cell proliferation by mediating AMPK signalling.

Scientists Unveil Why Non-Specific Occurrence of Multidrug-Resistance Arises During Tumour Therapy

Non-substrate chemicals have been shown to induce multidrug resistance by causing oxidative stress when tested on specific transporters.

Discovery of Novel Non-Statin-Based Cholesterol-Lowering Compound

The new compound exhibits a good safety profile and tolerability among individuals, providing an effective alternative for patients with statin intolerance.

Metabolic Features and Pathways Associated With Age-Related Diseases

A precise metabolomics method reveals perturbations in various metabolic pathways are associated with age-related diseases.