Biology

2025.03.27

Development of DNA-based fluorescent labeling for high-precision observation of protein movement: Tohoku University and Mie University aim to advance understanding of ALS and other diseases

2025.03.26

Wild medaka fish spawn late at night, not dawn: Osaka Metropolitan University finds results differing from conventional wisdom through field observations in Gifu

2025.03.26

Achieving movement speed and run-length similar to natural proteins with an artificial molecular motor

2025.03.26

Escape from reactive oxygen species cause of cancer metastasis: Hopes for development of inhibitor

2025.03.26

Ten species of Pannychia holothuroids, including 4 potentially new species, discovered in the Pacific — Museum specimens from around the world reveal the diversity of deep-sea ecosystems

2025.03.21

Okayama University demonstrates that flies die within seven days of exposure when caffeine used as an insecticide

2025.03.21

New yeast species in Okinawan fruit flies with heat resistance up to 35℃ discovered by Osaka University researchers

2025.03.21

Microplastic dynamics vary within the same fish species in fresh and seawater: The University of Tokyo reveals findings

2025.03.19

Mathematical modelling at the junction of math, medicine, and life science: An interview with Professor Sungrim Seirin-Lee of Kyoto University

2025.03.19

Using vocalization to increase success rate in ball games — Shizuoka University reveals how the brain differentiates multiple types of ball

2025.03.17

Repeated drying and wetting increases soil CO₂ emissions: Microbial cell disruption a potential factor

2025.03.17

New molecular mechanism involved in cellular senescence discovered: Expectations for rejuvenation through gene expression control

2025.03.17

Science Tokyo develops simple and inexpensive high-contrast electron microscopy imaging method

2025.03.14

Intestinal hormone "CCHa1" regulates lifespan by preventing excessive protein intake — Impaired function leads to shortened lifespan

2025.03.12

JAMSTEC and AIST identify bacteria that produce methanol from formic acid: New natural gas production pathway

2025.03.12

Nagasaki University discovers that Japanese blue-lined octopus releases venom from skin in the presence of predators

2025.03.12

Nagoya University reveals two escape strategies used by crickets inside ant nests to avoid danger

2025.03.11

Discovery of three new Semisulcospira species that originated in Lake Biwa by Kyoto University led group

2025.03.10

Tokai University reveals causative gene in autism spectrum disorder functions in immune cells in the brain

2025.03.10

New microscopy technique allows for measuring stiffness of living bacteria: Developments from ExCELLS

2025.03.04

Japan team develops world's largest "biohybrid" robot hand

2025.03.04

Survival strategy of potatoes and tomatoes ― Avoiding self-toxicity while producing protective agents: Discovery of key enzyme by Kobe University group

2025.03.04

Discovery of two new lamprey species: Five species of the genus Lethenteron in Japan reported by National Fisheries University and other institutions

2025.03.03

Flies fed excessive caffeine die within week: Japan study

2025.02.28

University of Tsukuba develops robot that mimics cat's head bunting behaviors ― Is there an effect in easing people's tension?

2025.02.27

Synthetic Biology in Australia, China, and India: Insights from Asia and Pacific Research Center

2025.02.25

Researchers at Gifu University succeed in controlling the fate of artificial cells — Different functions in response to external stimuli:

2025.02.20

Synthetic biology policy and research trends in Australia, China and India

2025.02.18

The fate of endoplasmic reticulum proteins determined by "tug-of-war"

2025.02.17

Nagoya University clarifies regenerative potential of stem cells is regulated by blood flow: Hairpin-like structure is the key

2025.02.14

JAMSTEC establishes an evaluation method for oceanic carbon dioxide absorption by living organisms

2025.02.13

Kanazawa University unravels the mystery of irreversible folding in organ shapes

2025.02.12

Deciphering past environmental history from shells and bones of organisms — Aiming to establish a high-precision isotope analysis technology

2025.02.10

Institute of Science Tokyo clarifies the mechanism of cell death induced by disruption of nucleophagy

2025.02.07

Discovery of a selenium transport protein that regulates ferroptosis sensitivity — Involved in cancer and Alzheimer's disease

2025.02.06

New company "Oga Namahage Fish Factory" established on the site of a former hot spring facility

2025.02.05

University of Tsukuba elucidates neural mechanism of cardiovascular responses: Expectations for disease prevention

2025.02.05

Assembling organs from individual parts: Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology achieves success in developing kidneys for transplantation

2025.01.31

Kyushu University succeeds at direct activation of human immune cells via adjuvant production from crab shells

2025.01.31

Discovery of a new fan worm species in Suruga Bay by joint group from Yokohama National University, Tokai University and Nagoya University

2025.01.31

Kyushu University group discovers two new pyralid species uniquely evolved in Ogasawara

2025.01.30

Osaka University achieves high-sensitivity observation of molecules in biological samples through development of a new Raman microscope

2025.01.29

Nagoya University research group clarifies that taller black pine trees have deeper roots: Expectations for regeneration of coastal forests with high disaster mitigation functions

2025.01.29

Use of intercellular tension to maintain health by detecting and eliminating unfit cells — Osaka University and Kyushu University discover mechanism in zebrafish

2025.01.28

OMU discovers new proteins that assist boron transporter trafficking — Localizing an essential trace element to the right place in plants

2025.01.27

The University of Tokyo succeeds in rapid separation of DNAs with a single base mutation: Continuous liquid-liquid phase separation using a glass plate and saltwater

2025.01.24

Iwate University discovers that weakened odor in cat urine is a sign of renal disease

2025.01.16

Are scales the cause of a fear of snakes? Nagoya University conducts experiments using photographs of salamanders manipulated through image processing

2025.01.15

Mass sardine beaching hits northern Japan, cleanup delayed

2025.01.15

Publication of a database showing comprehensive gene expression profiles of tissue sections: Easily analyzable by non-expert users, contributing to the elucidation of diseases and research in other areas

2025.01.14

Osaka Metropolitan University finds that Shiitake mushroom extract suppresses the progression of liver fibrosis

2025.01.14

Tokyo University of Science investigate plant-plant communication through odors: Insect damage reduction and growth promotion

2025.01.14

Dolphins without sense of taste can identify own mother's milk

2025.01.10

Studying the immune mechanisms of kuruma shrimp and investigation of the potential of Japanese aquaculture

2025.01.10

Japan firm turning bagworm silk into fiber products in world 1st

2025.01.10

New light-utilizing system discovered in the oldest photosynthetic organisms "cyanobacteria" — Adaptation to diverse environments by acquiring rhodopsins

2025.01.09

A step toward "photosynthetic animals": The University of Tokyo successfully incorporate chloroplasts in cells, maintaining photosynthetic activity for 2 days

2025.01.07

Easy cell and particle counting — Flow cytometry module that anyone can make

2025.01.07

Opening a path to stable food supply in aquaculture using black soldier fly larvae: Technology developed by NARO and the University of Tokyo

2024.12.24

Contributing to new molecular breeding: Kazusa DNA Research Institute and collaborators work towards high-precision genome analysis of barley

2024.12.23

The University of Fukui develops experimental apparatus to analyze mechanism of tension responses in cell membranes

2024.12.23

Even chimpanzees worry about how they look to others. Does the presence of a familiar audience muster chimpanzees' motivation? Findings from Kyoto University

2024.12.23

Gifu University undertakes survey of new undergraduate students on "developmental disabilities"

2024.12.20

Reproduction of the venomous "blue bottle" jellyfish partly clarified by Tokai University

2024.12.19

Clarification of the evolution of pasta and bread wheat — Functional diversity of genes induced by allopolyploidization

2024.12.18

The University of Tokyo and Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Medical Science identify degradation-regulating enzymes involved in circadian rhythm

2024.12.18

Kyoto University verifies effectiveness of "SGLT2 inhibitors" for treatment of diabetes mellitus

2024.12.17

Tokyo University of Science finds correlation between copolymer micelle structure and hydrophobic dye solubilization

2024.12.17

Stiffness distribution patterns in inner and outer tissue of the skin reversed during mouse growths

2024.12.13

Analysis of volatile organic compounds useful for soil evaluation in soybean fields — Significant changes during the blooming period

2024.12.12

A Look Around Innovation, Part 16: Development of plant protection materials derived from cellular slime molds—repelling nematodes and reducing pesticide use

2024.12.10

Highly efficient CO₂ fixation by marine diatoms: Discovery of a new "key" protein using genome editing and cryoelectron microscopy

2024.12.06

Synaptic strength controls quality and quantity of sleep — New molecular tool applied to mouse frontal lobe

2024.12.06

Females infected with symbiotic bacteria have proliferation advantage over uninfected: Clarification of a pest control strategy of "predatory insects"

2024.12.06

Kyoto University discovers evasive ability of caterpillars not seen in rearing containers

2024.12.05

Amyloid β fibrillization growth process observation at the molecular level

2024.12.03

Where did Japanese people come from? The University of Tokyo and Toho University find that immigrants from the Korean Peninsula mixed with Jomon people — Birth of the ancestor of the Japanese

2024.12.03

JAMSTEC develops technology for the diagnosis of metal corrosion caused by microorganisms

2024.12.03

Detachable underwater adhesive inspired by mussels developed by Tohoku University

2024.12.02

Nagoya University clarifies mechanism of accuracy in plant circadian clocks: Quantitative control of certain proteins plays a role as brake

2024.11.28

JAIST prepares anti-cancer nanoparticles using cancer cell components and an anticancer drug coating

2024.11.27

Tackling the mystery of organ regeneration in plants: From elucidating mechanisms to improving tissue culture efficiency

2024.11.27

Okayama University identifies specific receptor for the plasma protein antithrombin

2024.11.27

Breakthrough in aquaculture: Functional Pacific bluefin tuna sperm was produced in small surrogate fish within 8 months of age by Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology

2024.11.26

Comb jellies fuse into a single entity when their wounds are put together

2024.11.25

AIST and Nagoya University develop software for automated analysis of protein glycosylation

2024.11.22

New electron staining method developed by the University of Miyazaki: Establishment of thick section observation method

2024.11.22

Do fungi recognize shapes? Tohoku University finds that wood decay activity differs depending on circle or cross shapes on wood blocks

2024.11.21

Harmful red-tide-forming plankton release reactive oxygen species to maintain photosynthesis capacity — One step toward understanding toxicity to fish

2024.11.20

Realizing the production of domestic bio-jet fuel: Industry-academia collaboration expands the potential of microalgae

2024.11.18

Why can crocodiles stay underwater for long periods of time? A closer look at the action of bicarbonate ions on crocodile hemoglobin: molecular models of the protein determined by YCU and Osaka University

2024.11.15

Growing plants in a glass-based culture medium — Successful extraction of microstructures

2024.11.14

Nagoya University reports the unique survival strategy of tadpoles that do not defecate

2024.11.13

Discovery of a new polychaete species that mimics nudibranchs

2024.11.12

Nagoya University achieves clarification of the structure of bacterial flagella using cryo-electron microscopy

2024.11.11

Function of intestinal bacteria clarified — Synthesis of hydrogen sulfide promotes iron uptake

2024.11.06

Kyoto University finds zinc has major effects on the metabolism of B vitamins — Activity of four enzymes is important

2024.11.05

Establishing technology for designing flavor and fragrance at will: Aiming to realize people-friendly services

2024.11.05

Kanagawa University unveils mechanism of growth suppression in Arabidopsis thaliana caused by extensive genome polyploidization — Triggered by chromosome polytenization

2024.11.01

Gut microbiota diversity associated with temperament in early childhood

2024.10.30

New species Podoceropsis nanseiae discovered in Kagoshima Bay

2024.10.29

Medaka love triangles! Hmgn2 gene regulates shape recognition ability

2024.10.28

Osaka University finds that neoself-antigens induce autoimmunity in lupus — Updating a basic principle of immunology

2024.10.28

Reducing methane emissions in paddy field soil using microorganisms — Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation provides major grant for research project at Ibaraki University

2024.10.25

Uncertainty level of the decision is reflected in motor learning: NICT and Honda R&D reveals

2024.10.24

Kindai University performs analysis on action of neonicotinoid insecticides on "malaria vector" mosquitoes

2024.10.23

Photosynthetic bacterium as nitrogen fertilizer: Nitrogen-fixing bacteria as an alternative source of inorganic fertilizers

2024.10.21

Tohoku University clarifies stem cell regulation mechanism in plants using a moss model

2024.10.21

Two thinking circuits identified in monkeys, experience-based and inference-based

2024.10.17

Humans and dogs show cancer tissue similarities — Discovery of a novel therapeutic target for immunotherapy

2024.10.17

Tohoku University finds that EGCG, a component of green tea, provides protection from periodontal disease-associated bacteria and inhibits plaque formation

2024.10.11

Rows of projections on great white shark scales adapt to both high and low speeds — Riblet model devised by Science Tokyo to estimate velocity hydrodynamically

2024.10.08

Discovery of a specialized DNA replication mode in early mouse embryos immediately after fertilization

2024.10.07

Kumamoto University successfully develop process for the in vitro reproduction of hematopoietic stem cells — A step toward realizing regenerative medicine

2024.10.07

The University of Tsukuba successfully rears Hypselodoris festiva from eggs to adults, a world first

2024.10.07

Hiroshima University succeeds at visualizing changes in protein structures during interactions with biomembranes: Expectations for clarification of complex life phenomena

2024.10.02

Enhancing the marine biodegradability of biodegradable plastic: Gunma University develops new technology

2024.10.01

TUPLS led group investigates optimal photosynthesis in response to different light — Clarification of the working mechanism of photoswitch

2024.09.26

Oita University and Nagasaki University perform large-scale survey on rabies in the Philippines

2024.09.26

How can endangered flowers be conserved? Special exhibition "Alpine Plants - The Diversity and Ecosystems of Flowers Beyond Reach" is being held at the National Museum of Nature and Science

2024.09.25

Motoneuron activation via vibration stimulation: Kanazawa University develops a seat which is effective for muscle strengthening

2024.09.24

RIKEN successfully develop non-obese diabetes model hamster — Approaching pathological conditions unique to East Asia

2024.09.20

Dopamine degrades amyloid β in the brain: Expectations for Alzheimer's disease prevention

2024.09.18

Discovery of a new beautifully proportioned starfish species through collaboration between academia, aquariums, and fishermen

2024.09.18

Important role of purine salvage pathway in the brain clarified: Association between uric acid levels and neurodegenerative diseases

2024.09.13

Kyoto University develops method for the detection of receptor-proximal proteins in live animals using microsensors

2024.09.12

Gifu and Niigata Universities reveal that hair cells in the hook region oscillate — Humans also sense ultrasound

2024.09.10

Nagoya University finds that male mosquitoes can identify female flight sounds — Effective for identification of the same species and avoidance of crossbreeding?

2024.09.10

Meiji's lactic acid bacterium may alleviate side effects of drugs for cardiac disease prevention: Investigated in collaboration with Tokai University

2024.09.09

A Path to Understanding 'Spatial Disorientation' that Causes Loss of Directional Sense: Focusing on Goldfish Eye Movements, with Potential Applications for Motion Sickness Prevention

2024.09.09

NTT and Euglena announce world's first algal breeding technology using neutron beam irradiation: Oil production increased by up to 1.3 times

2024.09.06

Do fungal mycelia use electrical signals to control behavior? Tohoku University looks at the basis of "intelligent behaviors"

2024.09.03

Tokyo Institute of Technology investigates Shibazuke, a traditional eggplant pickle produced in Kyoto: The key to the deliciousness is the change in the microbial communities during spontaneous fermentation

2024.08.30

Hoshi University discovers new principle to improve the effectiveness of protein degraders

2024.08.28

Tamagawa University reveals details of the developmental process of "tortoise-shaped" leaf beetles: Folded pronotal structure used for defense against predators

2024.08.28

Using microalgae to propel micromachines: The University of Tokyo develops new method to harness the movement of flagella

2024.08.28

Kanazawa University develops a robotic system for the fully automated synthesis of plant-based plastics

2024.08.27

Did crocodilians in the Cretaceous period feed on dinosaurs and turtles? Estimations made based on fossils discovered in Kuji City, Iwate Prefecture

2024.08.26

NIBB led group clarifies the role of "cytokinin" in legume and rhizobia symbiosis

2024.08.22

RIKEN uses new technique to clarify cause of chromosome segregation errors

2024.08.21

Do fish have neck bones? Saitama University led group finds high probability of only one bone being present

2024.08.21

A new hermatypic coral species described in Nichinan, Miyazaki by the University of Miyazaki and the University of the Ryukyus

2024.08.19

Juntendo University led group finds that infant formulas with structure closer to breast milk reduce excretion of palmitic acid: Expectations for improved infant formulas

2024.08.16

Okayama University successfully synthesizes non-toxic anti-fouling compound: Effective on the bottom of ships

2024.08.15

RIKEN clarifies the associations between helper T cells and immune diseases through enhancer analysis at the single-cell level — Expectations for new treatments for autoimmune diseases and allergies

2024.08.15

Mosquitoes stop feeding on blood before satiety — Peptide in the blood a signal to stop feeding

2024.08.09

Nagoya City University develop method to observe cerebrospinal circulation and associated fluid dynamics

2024.08.08

Gakushuin University led group determine complete sequence of W chromosome of silk moth family

2024.08.07

NIBB and Doshisha University clarify ultrasound emission in bats — Use of multiple tactics to track prey

2024.08.07

Saitama University clarifies the role of Hox gene in formation of fish fins

2024.08.07

Tohoku University and Nippon Medical School develop technology to manipulate proteins in living cells using light

2024.08.06

Automated analysis of neuronal connectivity: New seven-color discrimination method developed by Kyushu University — Moving toward higher resolution

2024.08.06

Okayama University reveals that sensitivity to umami taste affected by salivary buffering capacity: Taste improves with more saliva

2024.08.02

Viral remnants produced by Streptomyces davawensis control host bacterial organization and reproduction — The University of Tsukuba and Nihon University clarify bacterial survival strategy

2024.08.01

Kyoto University led group announce discovery of a new Semisulcospira species in Lake Biwa

2024.07.31

Tokai University and the University of Yamanashi successfully synthesize pregnancy hormone — "Artificial relaxin" structurally equivalent to wild type

2024.07.30

Whole genome analysis of 100,000 Japanese people to serve as foundation for personalized medicine and drug discovery

2024.07.29

Clarifying the mechanisms of the use of structural color in flowers: Aiming to realize photonics agriculture

2024.07.29

Development of super-resolution microscopy with suppressed background light: The insides of organoids can also be observed

2024.07.26

Kyoto University develop new bioreactor for platelet generation

2024.07.26

Researchers from the University of Tokyo develop facial robot with 'living skin'

2024.07.25

Researchers from Osaka University find that germ cell removal extends lifespan in males and shortens it in females

2024.07.25

Nagoya University isolates two substances associated with plant immunity — Pretreatment can be used to prevent disease

2024.07.24

Life science in the new era: Urgent need for improvement of research environment to enhance capability — MEXT committee issues interim report

2024.07.24

The University of Fukui, Chiba University and NARO observe the pierid butterfly Eurema hecabe on Ishigaki Island: Feminization caused by symbiont results in female sex ratio reaching 93% within 4 years

2024.07.19

Juntendo University finds that a drug used to treat diabetes eliminates senescent cells — Improving frailty and prolonging the lifespan of mice with premature aging

2024.07.16

Tokyo Institute of Technology sheds light on stomach loss in agastric fish: Four genes are co-deleted

2024.07.16

Slow-moving starfish skillfully preys on agile crabs: Demonstrated in laboratory experiments by Hokkaido University

2024.07.12

Tohoku University and other institutions discover that macrophage inflammatory response is regulated by active vitamin B6

2024.07.11

Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology develop self-assembling peptides that protect cells and tissues from damage and oxidative stress

2024.07.11

Gifu University discovers enzyme that regulates glycan elongation: Regulating the lifespan of blood proteins

2024.07.08

Snow leopards in Kyrgyzstan: Observation of plant consumption on an empty stomach

2024.07.05

Tokyo University of Science finds that a metabolite from intestinal bacteria suppresses inflammatory responses of dendritic cells — Potential to alleviate bowel diseases

2024.07.05

Nagasaki University uses environmental DNA to determine the distribution patterns of eels in Nagasaki, Japan

2024.07.04

Group at the University of Tokyo solve the 3D special structure of "prime editor," a novel genome editing tool

2024.07.03

Nagahama Institute of Bio-Science and Technology and Nagoya University convert genetically intractable bacteria into tractable form — Potential use in biomanufacturing

2024.07.01

Aiming to clarify the "origin of life": Demonstration of self-reproducing RNA structures

2024.06.28

Rikkyo University verifies that hybrid exercise improves the mental and physical functioning of older adults

2024.06.28

Osaka University discovers sex differences in Daphnia magna gene isoforms — Selection according to the environment

2024.06.27

Chinook salmon eggs repeatedly produced by surrogate rainbow trout — Achievements from Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology

2024.06.27

RIKEN discovers candidate anthelmintic compounds with novel mechanism of action

2024.06.26

Mechanism of alveolus formation clarified: Path to treatment of COPD and infectious respiratory diseases

2024.06.24

Protection from being grazed on by deer? Analysis of the driving factors of evolution seen in the extremely small plants of Yakushima Island

2024.06.19

The brain learns timing, uses different body parts depending on how fast or slow a ball is: Findings from Shizuoka University

2024.06.18

Persimmon polyphenols reduce oxidative stress and improve yeast growth: Findings from Osaka Metropolitan University

2024.06.17

Wakayama Medical University clarifies mechanism behind endoplasmic reticulum stress sensor involved in inflammatory cytokine production — Potential for development of disease controlling drugs

2024.06.17

Kobe University led group performs survey of Monotropastrum humile in Hokkaido — The woodlouse Porcellio scaber found to be the smallest plant seed disperser in the world

2024.06.14

Kumamoto University discovers new gene involved in male infertility, HSF5: Ensuring meiosis completion and regulating spermatogenesis

2024.06.14

The University of Tsukuba achieves visualization of vesicle movement in cells: Discovery of two different vesicle fusion mechanisms

2024.06.14

The University of Miyazaki discovers new coral species around Nichinan Oshima Island, Nichinan City, Miyazaki that resembles the omasum (third stomach) of a cow

2024.06.13

RIKEN clarifies the mechanism of GPCR agonist activation — Toward the development of optimal allosteric modulators

2024.06.12

Nagoya University decodes whole genome of the seaweed "Hanemo:" Expectations for further clarification of giant unicellular organisms with high regenerative ability

2024.06.11

Clarifying obesity-related metabolic abnormalities at the molecular level — Metabolic regulation during feeding in obese mice differs significantly from that during fasting

2024.06.10

Manipulating cellular lipid signaling with light — New technology developed jointly by the University of Yamanashi and Jikei Medical University

2024.06.10

Kochi University led group analyzes Dipterocarpaceae in Borneo and unveil the unexpected reproductive strategies of tropical rainforest trees

2024.06.07

Production of cartilage organoids with high maturity — Confirming size increase and early maturity, contributing to regenerative medicine

2024.06.07

Visual stimulation of mice reveals that blood flow can be improved by training blood vessels in the brain — Findings from Tohoku University

2024.06.06

Nagoya City University led group produces stone-dissolving macrophages from human iPS Cells

2024.06.05

Aldehydes produced by alcohol consumption may contribute to aging; Revealed through research on "premature aging syndrome" by Nagoya University

2024.05.31

Osaka Metropolitan University and Kyoto University identify first new lily species native to Japan in 110 years — Growing in Honshu and Izu Islands

2024.05.31

Kindai University develops new method for rapid drug analysis from urine: 40 different drugs identified in 3 minutes

2024.05.31

National Institute of Genetics establishes a "genetically homogeneous" zebrafish inbred strain — An alternative animal model

2024.05.30

Waseda University finds forty-second maximum-intensity exercise effective in increasing fitness

2024.05.29

CiRA identifies signaling pathway that promotes differentiation of alveolar type II epithelial cells in type 1 cells

2024.05.29

Response to Opdivo can be predicted by blood immune CP factors — Contributing to treatment plans for non-small-cell lung cancer

2024.05.24

Tokyo University of Science finds that rose essential oil protects tomato plants against pests — Potential for new compounds to replace pesticides

2024.05.23

The Graduate University for Advanced Studies finds that the Japanese wolf is most closely related to dogs

2024.05.22

Evaluation and prediction of responsiveness to cancer therapy through measurement of homologous recombination DNA repair activity

2024.05.22

Nagoya University finds dome-shaped microtubule structure is maintained during oogenesis suggesting role in oocyte polarization: Insights into sex determination and vertebrate body axis formation

2024.05.21

The University of Tsukuba clarifies water flow in swimmers — Underwater dolphin kicks generate stronger vortex with increased velocity

2024.05.21

Analysis by Hokkaido University reveals the circadian behaviors of arctic seabirds — Sounds of chirping and wing flapping peak late at night

2024.05.20

YNU led group discover new species Amphictene hokkaido sp. nov at the bottom of deep-sea sandy mud off the coast of Kushiro, Hokkaido, Japan

2024.05.20

Kyushu University clarifies a molecular mechanism behind pathogenesis of ASD using mouse experiments

2024.05.17

Osaka University and collaborators attach cells to desired locations via light irradiation for the observation of attacks by the immune system on cancer

2024.05.17

Function of RAD51 protein in repairing double-strand DNA breaks on chromosomes clarified by the University of Tokyo — Opening a path to understanding cancer development

2024.05.16

Japan's oldest plant fossil discovered in a 400-million-year-old geological stratum in Ofunato City, Iwate Prefecture

2024.05.16

Mammals affected by extreme snowfall — Body size and dietary habits determine tolerance

2024.05.16

Observations in Aichi by the University of Tokyo reveal that one of the world's smallest orchids is pollinated by gall midges

2024.05.15

"Unique and mysterious" marine invertebrates — Exhibition at National Museum of Nature and Science open until June 16

2024.05.14

Researchers at Nagoya University shed light on the mechanism of middle-age obesity

2024.05.13

Nara Institute of Science and Technology clarifies that autophagy is also responsible for abscission of flower petals

2024.05.10

Fujita Health University finds that Brain pH and lactate levels influence psychiatric disorders and behavior — Expectations for clarification of the mechanisms of cognitive impairment

2024.05.08

Kumamoto University clarifies the regulatory mechanisms of innate immunity against bacterial infection at the atomic level

2024.05.07

Taxonomy and systematics: Exploring the wonders of mammals — Special exhibition at the National Museum of Nature and Science till June 16

2024.04.30

Shedding light on the mechanism of stomatal opening and closing through the combination of biology and chemistry: The fusion of different disciplines sheds light on the potential of plants

2024.04.30

Clarification of the control mechanisms that prevent excessive water and salt intake — Neurons provide feedback control: Potential to contribute to treatment of polydipsia and other disorders

2024.04.26

Konan University discovers novel function of anti-cancer drugs through analysis of nematodes — Expectations for prolonging the life of critically ill patients

2024.04.24

Yokohama National University develops technology to fabricate inorganic composites of microstructured hydrogel 3D models

2024.04.23

The University of Tokyo sheds light on the molecular mechanism of PTSD through comparisons between humans and mice: cAMP overactivation increases severity

2024.04.18

The University of Miyazaki and Kyoto University identify a new host factor, ZCCHC3, that inhibits HIV proliferation: inhibition of virus production and reduction of virus infectivity

2024.04.18

Mie university clarifies the development of human lymphatic genesis: Slow compared to mice and gaining attention as therapeutic target

2024.04.18

Tokushima University finds that utilization of macrophages derived from peripheral blood alleviates osteoarthritis — Expectations for regenerative medicine

2024.04.17

Ibaraki University, Kamine Zoo, and Chiba Zoological Park launch new zoo journal to share the intellectual resources of zookeepers and veterinarians

2024.04.17

Saitama University clarifies the 'winter preparation' of plants: Cell wall polysaccharides increase with cold acclimation leading to improved freezing tolerance

2024.04.16

The University of Tokyo demonstrates that biodegradable plastics can be degraded by microorganisms in the deep ocean

2024.04.15

The University of Tokyo develops muscle-powered bipedal robot: Can pivot on one foot to turn within a small circle

2024.04.10

Discovery of substance involved in plasmid replication in photosynthetic cyanobacteria — Expectations for a new genetic engineering tool

2024.04.10

Relictithismia kimotsukiensis, a new species in the family Thismiaceae discovered in Kagoshima — Small flowers near the ground, with no green leaves

2024.04.09

TMDU successfully generate trophoblast organoids in vitro: Assessments of bacterial and drug influences on fetuses and safe drug discovery are expected

2024.04.09

Tohoku University successfully develop endometrial organoid model and reproduce human embryo implantation

2024.04.05

Tokyo Institute of Technology clarifies details of monkey childcare — Infants seeking security change behavior depending on response

2024.04.04

Detecting brain abnormalities before Alzheimer's disease onset — Researchers at Gakushuin University develop a novel method using virtual reality goggles

2024.04.04

Nagoya University clarifies the driving force for stomatal opening — Red light phosphorylation leads to activation of plasma membrane H⁺-ATPase

2024.04.01

Development of a novel antibody therapy for improving itch and inflammation in atopic dermatitis: Wakayama Medical University confirmed the effect in mice