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3D-printed tooth implant restores natural sensation
Regaining the sensation of chewing could protect patients with implants from long-term dental damage.
Biodegradable brain probes eliminate the need for risky surgical removal
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Lipid nanoparticles: from trial-and-error to mechanism-based design
Individual components of lipid nanoparticles are examined to understand how they interact with cells.
Non-canonical splicing: decrypting the hidden genetic architecture of male infertility
Previously overlooked non-canonical splicing variants are shown to lead to aberrant mRNA splicing in male infertility cases.
AI-Guided Gene Editing Boosts Soybean Oil Yields
Structure-predicting AlphaFold could help revolutionize soybean crop breeding through AI-guided precision gene editing.
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Bacterial biofactories embedded in the rim of the lens continually produce hyaluronic acid, a natural lubricant, to keep the contacts moist.
Quantum proofing passwords and artwork with DNA encryption
Chaotic pools of DNA could be the future of encryption, proving authenticity of artwork or securing passwords against quantum computers.
3D printing mimics human tissue for breakthrough discoveries
Scientists employ cutting-edge 3D printing to recreate human-like tissue, promising a breakthrough in cellular research and potential insights into aging and disease.
Thin film improves “usable light” needed to grow microalgae on industrial scales
A textured film maximizes sunlight by generating an increased amount of red light, reducing the costs of algae production on a significant scale.
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