Zinc transporter key to fighting pancreatic cancer and more
When trace elements rise to toxic levels, bad things happen.
Sep 06, 2017
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A new low-cost battery offers a hefty voltage and sustained energy capacity
A zinc-based battery that delivers a high voltage and substantial energy capacity could be set to rival conventional lithium-ion batteries, A*STAR researchers have found.
Low-cost CO sensor developed using nanoscale honeycomb structures
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) have developed a highly sensitive, low-cost nanosensor that can quickly detect minute changes in carbon monoxide (CO) levels, with potential applications in environmental ...
Tackling iron and zinc deficiencies with 'better' bread
The health effects of zinc and iron deficiencies can be devastating, particularly in developing countries. One strategy for addressing this problem involves fertilizing crops with the micronutrients. But no one has yet figured ...
Zinc's negative effects on mineral digestibility can be mitigated, study shows
Researchers at the University of Illinois have shown that a common strategy for reducing postweaning diarrhea in pigs may have negative effects on calcium and phosphorus digestibility, and are suggesting management practices ...
Discovery of how amyloids bind metal ions sheds light on protein function
Amyloids are clumps of protein fragments that stick together to form stringy fibrils such as the plaques seen in the brains of Alzheimer's patients. Many of these proteins bind to metals such as zinc, but the structure of ...
Researchers develop a cost-effective way to improve optical gas sensors from a common compound
For many, zinc oxide conjures images of bright stripes down lifeguards' noses. But for researchers in Concordia's Faculty of Arts and Science, ZnO is an exciting compound with important optical and electrical properties.
X-ray imaging and computer modeling help map electric properties of nanomaterials
With the tap of your finger, your tablet comes to life – thanks to tiny force sensors and accelerometers that contain piezoelectric materials.
Atomic-level motion may drive bacteria's ability to evade immune system defenses
A study from Indiana University has found evidence that extremely small changes in how atoms move in bacterial proteins can play a big role in how these microorganisms function and evolve.
Graphene and gold make a better brain probe
A team from Korea created more flexible neural electrodes that minimize tissue damage and still transmit clear brain signals.
