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January 24, 2018

tRNA fragments in mosquitoes may play role in spreading disease

tRNA fragments — small sections of transfer RNA molecules — have recently been discovered to play active roles in the biology of diverse organisms. Now, these […]
January 24, 2018

For global invasion, Argentine ants use chemical weapons

Researchers show how Argentine ants use chemical secretions as weapons in their interactions with harvester ants, which are native to California. The findings could help in […]
January 23, 2018

Viral probe gives ringside view of cell-to-cell combat

A fascinating blow-by-blow account of the arms struggle between plants and viral pathogens, is revealed in new research. Viral probe gives ringside view of cell-to-cell combat […]
January 22, 2018

New long-acting approach for malaria prophylaxis developed using nanomedicine approach

A new study highlights a novel long-acting medicine for the prevention of malaria. The approach uses nanotechnology to improve the delivery of an existing antimalarial drug […]