News

  1. Genetics

    Catalog of DNA modifications produces surprises

    A map of chemical modifications of DNA and its associated proteins shows how the genome changes during development and disease.

    By Tina Hesman Saey
  2. Genetics

    For penguins, it’s a matter of no taste

    Penguins lack taste genes for bitter, sweet and umami.

    By Tina Hesman Saey
  3. Materials Science

    Old chemistry gives jolt to modern batteries

    Chemical reactions discovered in the 19th century improve the performance of futuristic batteries.

    By Rachel Ehrenberg
  4. Neuroscience

    Chronic pain treatments may get boost from high-tech imaging

    Advanced imaging may reveal how well chronic pain treatments work.

    By Ashley Yeager
  5. Planetary Science

    Enceladus ocean may resemble Antarctic lake

    The pH of a subsurface sea on a moon of Saturn resembles an ice-covered lake in Antarctica where microbial mats thrive.