Behind the Paper
The real stories behind the latest research papers, from conception to publication, the highs and the lows
Behind the paper: A temporal cortex cell atlas highlights gene expression dynamics during human brain maturation
This blog post summarises the research leading to our recent publication in Nature Genetics. Our study contributes to the Human Cell Atlas consortium which aims to generate a comprehensive biological map of all cells within the human body.
Behind BASEPROD: Collecting a dataset for planetary exploration
The semi-desert of Bardenas Reales, Spain, offers a diverse array of terrain features ranging from rocky outcrops to sandy slopes. This is ideal for robotics researchers working on planetary exploration. We have recorded a dataset with nearly two kilometers of traverses, maps, and spectroscopy data.
Room calorimetry the new gold standard for RMR measurements
For years the metabolic cart was considered the gold standard for measurement of resting metabolic rate. However, due to their inaccuracy and anxiety of people being placed under the ventilated hood, they are fast moving aside for the new gold standard in town...whole room indirect calorimetry.
Behind the Paper: A Bioinspired Journey to Needle-Free Drug Delivery
This blog post offers a glimpse into the research journey that led to our recent publication in Nature detailing microjet delivery (MiDe) systems for gastrointestinal drug delivery.
Human HDAC6 senses valine abundancy to regulate DNA damage
Valine specifically binds to the primate-specific SE14 repeat domain of HDAC6, retaining it in the cytoplasm. Valine deprivation triggers HDAC6 nuclear shift, increasing DNA demethylation and damage via TET2 activation. Valine restriction inhibits tumor growth, and enhances the effects of PARPis.
Does fire limit tropical tree cover?
What happens when we remove fire from the tropics? Our study reveals the surprising impact fire has on tropical tree cover—and why it’s more complex than we thought.
Unveiling the Secrets of Longevity in India
Mapmygenome's pioneering longevity study on Indians living over 85 reveals fascinating genetic secrets. Discoveries include variants linked to slower heart rate, short height, disease protection, and the FOX03A gene, offering valuable insights into longevity within the Indian population.
Tailored pore-confined single-site iron(III) catalyst for selective CH4 oxidation to CH3OH or CH3CO2H using O2
The direct conversion of methane into methanol and acetic acid offers a sustainable pathway for producing high-value chemicals. We achieve this transformation by harnessing a multifunctional iron(III) dihydroxyl catalytic species within a MOF framework, using molecular oxygen as the oxidant.
