Using an asymmetric sawtooth-shaped potential, researchers achieve transport of tiny molecules driven by particle crowding.
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Lighting the path for cells: Growing neurons in 3D patterns
Researchers use “a guiding light” to direct the 3D growth of nerve tissue with a high degree of precision.
Twin antibodies show neutralizing activity against SARS-CoV-2
Scientists identify a cocktail of antibodies from a recovered COVID-19 patient’s blood sample that helped neutralize the SARS-CoV-2 virus in mice.
Why do some COVID-19 patients lose their sense of smell?
A new study explores how SARS-CoV-2 damages cells in the nasal cavity, altering infected individuals’ sense of smell.
Understanding the mysteries of giant viruses
New imaging technique sheds light on the mysterious life cycle of giant viruses.
Timing of immune response to COVID-19 may contribute to disease severity
The interaction between the innate and the adaptive immune responses to COVID-19 may be impacting disease progression, and the answer might be to suppress them.
Lead-free material shows promise in eco-friendly solar cells
Relatively inexpensive compound could perform safely and effectively in solar cells
Replacing toxins with water in the green production of plastics
Researchers use hot water and pressure to circumvent the need to use toxic chemicals in the production of organic plastics.
Gentle laser processing of perovskites at the nanoscale
Scientists have developed a method for precise, fast, and high-quality laser processing of halide perovskites, promising light-emitting materials for solar energy, optical electronics, and metamaterials.
Recruiting AI in the battle against SARS-CoV-2 and future pandemics
A new AI system can identify optimal combinations of drugs and dosages in a matter of days to help halt viral pandemics before they reach global scales.