The Undead, Frankenstein's Cat, The Universe Within, and Physics in Mind
The Undead, Frankenstein's Cat, The Universe Within, and Physics in Mind
A reexamination of the facts surrounding the death of Cleopatra VII reveals that the Egyptian queen was murdered—and not by an asp.
March 2013 Scientist to Watch Emily Scott explains her work on a lung enzyme that interacts with nicotine and may serve as a drug target.
Scientist? Filmmaker? Alexis Gambis welcomes both labels.
Previously enigmatic circular RNAs have been found to influence gene expression by binding to and blocking another class of regulatory RNA, the microRNAs.
One gene involved in speech produces more of its protein in the brains of young girls than boys.
Three Silicon Valley entrepreneurs are offering $3 million to scientists demonstrating excellence in biology and medical research.
Disruptions in the interaction between nuclear and mitochondrial DNA can lead to deficiencies in the mitochondrial energy-generating process, affecting fitness.
A new play explores the mind of the father of modern physics through his interactions—factual and imagined—with a curmudgeonly colleague.