A bat, a mushroom, a blade of grass--they're easy to identify as "life." But what about a cold virus or mold?ย Biologists are life's detectives, discovering what โaliveโ really means.
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Virtual Blood Flow in the BrainResearchers study blood flow on multiple scales with powerful simulator... Research Areas: Biology, Engineering, Computing | |
Supercomputers Reveal Molecular DynamicsSimulations depict the physical rules of cellular life... | |
Technology Links Students on Two ContinentsStudents from the U.S. and India share life science research through video conferencing... | |
For Plants, More Genes Are a Good ThingPlants with multiple gene sets are fitter than those with fewer sets... Research Areas: Biology | |
Programming Cells Quickly and EasilyA new engineering technique enables bioengineers to program cells with improved techniques... Research Areas: Engineering, Biology, Earth & Environment | |
Environmental Sensor Training Spawns International CollaborationsStudents and faculty from around the world join forces on environmental monitoring devices... Research Areas: Earth & Environment, Biology, Education | |
Detecting Prostate Cancer With an In-home KitNanowire device could make in-home monitoring of prostate cancer a reality... Research Areas: Nanoscience, Biology, Chemistry & Materials | |
Protecting the Ocean and Coastal WatersComputer simulations show impact of human activity on marine life... Research Areas: Earth & Environment, Biology | |
Engineering a Molecular Traffic SignalResearchers create switch to control molecular events... Research Areas: Chemistry & Materials, Biology | |
Tough Teeth Inspire New Bio-designsUnderstanding ultrahard material's structure could lead to new synthetic materials... Research Areas: Chemistry & Materials, Biology | |
Tiny Glow Sticks for Cancer DetectionSelf-illuminating molecules may improve biomedical imaging... Research Areas: Chemistry & Materials, Biology | |
Compact Laser Source Developed for Cancer TherapyDiscovery could lead to less expensive treatment options... Research Areas: Engineering, Physics, Biology | |
Dog Genetics Are Model SystemResearch may provide insights to human diseases, disorders... Research Areas: Biology | |
The AlloSphere: Immersing Researchers in Multi-dimensional InformationDesigned to marry science with art, the AlloSphere consists of a three-story metal sphere in an echo-free chamber built for immersive visualization... Research Areas: People & Society, Biology, Engineering, Nanoscience, Computing | |
New Approach to Preparing Chemical ReactionsSynthesized compounds are easy to make and kick start molecular processes.... Research Areas: Chemistry & Materials, Biology | |
Islands in PerilStudents assess impact of nonnative algae on Hawaiian ecosystem.... | |
Searchable Diagnostic Database DevelopedNew approach to genetic mapping offers options for automated disease diagnostics.... | |
Studying the Dust Kicked up by the Santa AnasScientists use wind tunnels to predict health hazards... Research Areas: Earth & Environment, Biology | |
Plant Enzymes Could Aid Olefin ProductionBiocatalyst could lead to a renewable source of chemical used in industrial manufacturing... Research Areas: Engineering, Biology, Chemistry & Materials | |
Advancing Brain Imaging StudiesNew equipment enhances brain research along California's central coast.... Research Areas: Biology | |
What Is Going On With Adelie Penguin Populations?Human and natural processes operating at a range of scales may impact the population dynamics of this remote species... | |
Hairy Gecko Feet Lead to Novel AdhesivesUnique fiber feature inspires researchers to engineer reversible adhesives.... Research Areas: Biology, Engineering | |
Studying Factors that Determine an Ant's Destiny (Worker or Queen)Basic research could lead to improved agricultural practices and disease treatment approaches... Research Areas: Biology | |
Treated Water Ups the Oil Yield From AlgaeBioreactors filled with treated wastewater increase growth of high oil-yield algae.... Research Areas: Biology, Earth & Environment | |
GUTS Program Nurtures Student Interest in ScienceMiddle school science club focuses on ecosystem modeling... |
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