In this blog, the Editor-in-Chief of Molecular Brain, Bong-Kiun Kaang, discusses his groups findings from their recently published Micro report in the journal, as well as the wider implication of this work and value of the Micro report article type.
Today we launch Sustainable Earth, a community-focused, open access journal where researchers, policy makers and citizens can read, discuss and promote ideas around sustainability and innovation. To mark the launch we invited Kate Meyer, author of one the first published articles, to talk about her research on breaking down the overwhelming issue of climate change to help nations, businesses, and individuals in tackling it.
Today we launch Sustainable Earth, a community-focused, open access journal where researchers, policy makers and citizens can read, discuss and promote ideas around sustainability and innovation. To mark the launch, we invited Robert McDonald, author of one the first published articles to talk about his research on the role of nature in our cities.
Today we launch Sustainable Earth, a community-focused, open access journal where researchers, policy makers and citizens can read, discuss and promote ideas around sustainability and innovation. To mark the launch we invited Fortunate Machingura, author of one the first published articles, explains why, when it comes climate information services, we need to act globally to ensure the poorest and most vulnerable countries aren’t left behind.
Recent research published in Genome Biology finds that whole genome-wide analysis reveals Uralic-speaking populations share a distinct ancestry component. In this blog three of the authors tell us about these genetically understudied populations and explain the connections between linguistic and genetic relatedness.
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is increasing in prevalence as rates of obesity and diabetes increase throughout the world. Using big data, this study looked at possible sex differences that could inform researchers and medical professionals about differences how the disease impacts men and women and the types of interventions that should be considered in light of these differences.
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Editors of our open access journals in cell biology and genetics have curated a compilation of recent articles highlighting research in breast cancer.
Numerous environmental factors can impact an individual’s risk of Autism. With this area of research in its infancy, this blog looks at the challenges faced by researchers and highlights a few of the factors being uncovered. You can hear Dr. Avi Reichenberg discuss the topic in more detail on 16th October on Facebook live, hosted by The Mount Sinai Hospital.
New advances in imaging methods allow scientists to watch living cells exist, mutate, and divide in real time. A new article featured in Cell Division explains how this new methodology was devised.
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From the molecular to the extra-terrestrial, you may be surprised by some of the research that is happening in the diverse fields involved in biological research. Test your knowledge on the latest (and often bizarre) biological research.