Behind the Paper
The real stories behind the latest research papers, from conception to publication, the highs and the lows
Association between sickle cell disease and autoimmune diseases in Saudi population
Although previous studies in the Saudi population have examined a number of autoimmune diseases, no study in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has examined the coexistence of sickle cell disease and autoimmune diseases.
Shining a Light on Indian Orthopaedics: A Look at the Research That's Changing the World
Our recent study, published in the Indian Journal of Orthopaedics (IJO), takes a deep dive into this very idea.
A Simple Equation for a Long-Standing Challenge in Ocean Science
We rely on P-I models to scale phytoplankton light response into global primary production, yet half of the time photoinhibition disrupts the picture. Current models either sidestep or mischaracterize this phenomenon, introducing hidden uncertainty into climate-relevant estimates.
When cancer cells get squeezed: discovering how physical forces shape metastasis
Cancer’s deadliest trait is its spread. Millions of tumor cells enter the bloodstream daily, yet only a few survive and seed metastases. Why these rare cells succeed, while most perish, remains one of cancer research’s greatest mysteries.
Optically Programmable Array of Transducers
Phased Array Transducers (PATs) are used to shape ultrasound. They require complex electronics and are hard to scale, which limits their ability to form sophisticated patterns. Here, we introduce an analog platform that uses light to address transducers and thereby shape ultrasound wavefront.
Cholesterol Shapes How the Brain’s Neurotransmitter Transporter for Serotonin Works
New research shows that membrane cholesterol fine-tunes serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine transporters—affecting neurotransmitter recycling, drug responses, and potentially brain disorders.
Lingonverse: Micropropagated Berry Intelligence
Scientists custom-develop new, powerful forms of artificial intelligence (AI) to help farmers and agricultural scientists grow these berries better. Think of it like giving them a super-smart assistant that never gets tired.
