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Study: Organ development modeled by activating signaling pathways in embryos

Organ development has been modeled in the lab by selectively activating signaling pathways in the embryo

University of Michigan researchers find pathway to better battery chemistry

Researchers at the University of Michigan have learned why flow batteries, using the metal cerium in a sulfuric acid electrolyte, fall short on voltage, a discovery that could pave the way for better battery chemistry in the future.

Japanese chemists discover fluorescent compound that could boost device screens efficiency

RIKEN chemists in Japan have discovered a fluorescent organic compound that avoids "Hund’s rule," a quantum-mechanical principle that has limited the energy efficiency of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) for nearly a century, and which could lead to major advances in OLED technology.

A New Genetic Test Improves Ovarian Cancer Treatment

Researchers have developed an optimized genetic test for ovarian cancer, which helps accurately target an effective but expensive medication.

Birds Overwintering On Arable Land Experience Fastest Northward Shifts With Climate Change

According to a new Finnish study, birds overwintering on arable land experienced fastest northward shifts due to climate change compared with birds of the same species overwintering in urban and forest habitats.

Researchers Measured People's Walking Speeds. Who Can Get To The Nearest Store On Foot In 15 Minutes?

The share of walking in cities should increase, but challenges remain. A recent study by the Digital Geography Lab group reveals what effect age, winter conditions and the service network have on the 15-minute city.

Biodiversity Safeguards Bird Communities Under A Changing Climate

A new study shows that North American bird communities containing functionally diverse species have changed less under climate change during the past 50 years than functionally simple communities.

Dog Breeds Differ From Each Other In Their Cognitive Traits

A study conducted at the University of Helsinki, Finland set out to determine how 13 dog breeds performed in various cognitive tests.

The Power Of A Genetic Isolate: Hundreds Of Novel Genetic Discoveries From The Finngen Study

New results from the FinnGen study demonstrate the undeniable benefits of Finnish health research environment for genomic research.

Beyond Mendel: Finngen Study Sheds New Light On Well-Established Theories Of Genetic Inheritance

A large-scale biobank-based study performed in Finland has discovered several new disease genes as well as new insights on how known genetic factors affect disease.

At Least Half Of Africa's Rhinos Are Now In Private Hands. New Paths For Rhino Conservation Are Needed

African rhino numbers are declining at unsustainable rates in core state-run parks which is why more than half the continent's remaining rhinos are now on private land.

Light Pollution Disturbs The Glow And Reproduction Of Glow-Worms

Life on Earth has adapted to a bright day always being followed by a darker night. Due to light pollution, the natural dark is nevertheless a diminishing natural resource.

UV Lamps Used For Disinfection May Impair Indoor Air Quality

Measurements clearly indicate that whenever UV lamps used for disinfection were switched on, both gas and small particle concentrations increased considerably.

Artificial Intelligence Learns To Visualize Extensive Datasets

A new AI algorithm developed by researchers at the Finnish Center for Artificial Intelligence is aimed at visualizing datasets as clearly as possible.

New AI Methods To Tackle The Illegal Wildlife Trade On The Internet

Scientists applied machine vision models and were able to deduce from the context of an image if it pertained to the sale of a live animal. These methods make it possible to flag the posts which may be selling animals illegally.

Puppyhood And Adolescence Diet May Have Impact On Dog’s Gut Health Later In Life

Puppyhood and adolescence diet may influence the incidence of canine chronic gastrointestinal problems later in life, according to a study carried out at the University of Helsinki.

Solar-Driven Chemistry One Step Closer To Reality

Scientists at the University of Helsinki offer new insights onto the control over reaction selectivity with visible light in plasmonic catalysis.

Urban Ponds Require Attention To Ensure Biodiversity

A research at the University of Helsinki suggests aquatic plants can be utilised as a tool to enhance the co-existence between aquatic invertebrates and their fish predators in urban ponds.

New Promising Targeted Drug For A Rare Leukemia

Finnish researchers have identified a possible new targeted drug for treating acute myeloid leukemia. In the future, the discovery may help patients with certain rare subtypes of the disease.

A Labyrinth Lake Provides Surprising Benefits For An Endangered Seal

The endangered Saimaa ringed seal is an Ice Age relict living in the highly labyrinthine Lake Saimaa, Finland.