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A revolutionary large-scale smart bioreactor with fully integrated wireless multivariate sensors and electronics has been developed to address the challenges faced in manufacturing stem cells reproducibly and cost-effectively. The traditional single-use cell-bag bioreactors with rigid and single-point sensors have limitations in accuracy and scalability for high-quality cell manufacturing. In response to this, a scalable system…

As a journalist, I had the opportunity to dig deeper into the fascinating world of affective neuroscience research in music, and the findings were truly enlightening. Live music has been discovered to stimulate the affective brain in ways that recorded music simply cannot match. The connection between a live musical performance and the emotional responses…

In the fascinating world of evolution and human cooperation, the concept of direct reciprocity in structured populations has emerged as a central focus of research. Reciprocity in repeated games has long been touted as a powerful mechanism in the evolution of cooperation among humans. It is generally believed that direct reciprocity can lead to high…

In the quest to understand how single chirality emerged, researchers have long focused on the symmetry breaking and subsequent enantioenrichment of molecules that make up the genetic polymers RNA and DNA, as well as peptides. Achieving a single chirality in biological molecules is crucial for the functioning of living organisms. However, the process of how…

The field of synthetic biology is known for its goal-oriented approach, which seeks to repurpose and optimize existing biological functions, as well as create new-to-nature capabilities from scratch. Despite the many advances that have been made in this field, there are emerging challenges related to the complexity of the systems built and the limitations of…

The Amazon forest system is facing a critical juncture that could lead to a drastic collapse, causing widespread alarm worldwide. Throughout its 65 million year history, the Amazonian forests have shown remarkable resilience to climatic changes. However, the region is now under unprecedented stress due to factors such as rising temperatures, severe droughts, deforestation, and…

A new study published in a scientific journal reveals that progressive thinning of Antarctic ice shelves has been observed since 1973. The mass loss of the Antarctic Ice Sheet is mainly attributed to the reduction in thickness of floating ice shelves that surround the ice sheet. This thinning weakens the buttressing potential of the ice…

Celebrating the 20th anniversary of the twin Mars rovers, Spirit and Opportunity, marks a significant milestone in our exploration of the Red Planet. Two decades ago, these groundbreaking rovers landed on Mars, changing our understanding of the planet and paving the way for future missions. Initially, the focus was on the Sojourner rover, which was…

A recent study has shed light on the genetic adaptation of Andean highlanders to their high-altitude environment. The research, conducted by a team of scientists, has identified a functional EPAS1/HIF2 missense variant that is associated with hematocrit levels in this population. The hypoxia-inducible factor pathway genes have long been known to play a crucial role…

In the fast-paced world of brain-computer interface (BCI) technology, one company is making significant strides towards bringing this groundbreaking innovation to the market. Synchron, a brain-implant company, has been quietly leading the race to develop fully implantable BCI systems that could potentially change the lives of individuals with severe paralysis. For more than half a…

The shipping industry, long reliant on fossil fuels to power its vessels, is facing increasing pressure to reduce its carbon emissions. With over 300 million tonnes of fossil fuels used every year, producing 3 percent of greenhouse gas emissions, the industry is under scrutiny to make significant changes to meet climate goals. In response, the…