Biology

2026.03.27

Hiroshima University and others reveal how environmental changes altered sand lance behavior and increased predation risk

2026.03.27

RIKEN investigates changes in neural connections between unconscious and conscious states

2026.03.27

MAAs produced by seaweed found to suppress rise in blood pressure — Meijo University research attracts attention: Beyond skincare, into health foods

2026.03.26

Tackling the mysteries of earth's history and the evolution of life through planktonic foraminifera — Toward unraveling the complete picture of an invisible photosymbiotic network

2026.03.26

Feral horses keep their distance — Neither too close nor too far

2026.03.25

It may not be "we smile because we're happy," but "we're happy because we smile" — RIKEN clarifies the brain mechanisms involved in how facial expressions shape emotions

2026.03.24

The University of Tokyo and RIKEN clarify the mechanism of nucleosome methylation and introduction of modifications

2026.03.23

Nagoya University develops AI tool for analyzing complex animal behavior

2026.03.19

Table coral found living in Yokosuka: Setting a new northernmost habitat record by 30 kilometers — Survey conducted by Rikkyo University and others

2026.03.19

Development of simplified method for creating humanized mice and reproduction of characteristics of designated intractable diseases

2026.03.18

Elucidation of the process by which pathogenic bacteria force open stomata to invade — Paving the way for creating resistant crops using genome editing

2026.03.17

RIKEN finds genes on the Y chromosome regulate body size and organ weight in mice

2026.03.16

Elucidation of the mechanism of circular DNA formation using budding yeast: Contributing to understanding abnormal occurrence in cancer cells

2026.03.16

Reduced testosterone and fructose synergistically increase hepatic fat: Osaka Metropolitan University and others identify pyruvate as a promoting factor

2026.03.13

Kindai University achieves complete aquaculture of the nodoguro fish: Aims to establish technology

2026.03.12

Collective decision-making in medaka elucidated — Shared living experience produces synchronous behavior

2026.03.12

Two types of killer whales found in Hokkaido: Fish-eating and mammal-eating groups

2026.03.12

Four new species of parasites discovered in ocean sunfish from Japanese waters

2026.03.11

A 'Glowing Sperm' Mouse Model Enables Real-Time Tracking of Infertility and Recovery

2026.03.11

Two enzymes involved in alkaloid biosynthesis production mechanisms in Aristolochia discovered

2026.03.10

Science Tokyo discovers new lactic acid bacteria from shibazuke

2026.03.10

University of Osaka led group develops fluorescent sensor for real-time visualization of dynamic cell contact

2026.03.06

Japan research institute, university develop melons that ripen on demand

2026.03.06

Coral reefs: Worth Protecting for more than just beauty — Predicting their "natural breakwater" effect

2026.03.06

Male-specific behavior requires female hormones — Significance of massive production in male brains elucidated

2026.03.04

Mechanism of glycan extension in the brain elucidated by Gifu University and collaborators

2026.03.02

Successful SEM observation of biological samples using water freeze-drying method only

2026.02.27

Reading picture books aloud positively influences children and has correlation with developmental scores at age 3

2026.02.26

Nagoya University develops iron photocatalyst that minimizes use of expensive chiral ligands for environmentally conscious synthesis

2026.02.26

Kyushu University analyzes mouse cerebral cortex and finds synapses increase during adolescence: Promoting development of higher brain functions

2026.02.26

Large-scale analysis of real-world production data from mandarin orange orchards: Soil can be improved through reduction of pesticides and fertilizers

2026.02.26

Paraventricular thalamic nucleus rather than cerebral cortex identified as causative brain region for bipolar disorder

2026.02.24

Nagasaki University clarifies the familiar red stingray is "actually multiple species"

2026.02.24

Living biomarker using epidermal stem cells developed — Inflammatory areas emit light

2026.02.20

Brain mechanisms that re-consolidate memory through repeated experience: The glue cells "glia" act as a switch

2026.02.20

Newly developed Janus nanoparticles restore antibiotic efficacy — Expected to help solve drug-resistant bacteria problem

2026.02.20

RIKEN develops new technology for detecting mRNA drugs within 10 minutes from one drop of blood

2026.02.19

TMIMS creates mouse circadian proteome atlas covering 32 organs — Foundation for elucidating protein functions

2026.02.18

The National Museum of Nature and Science's Botanical Art Competition: Onion and hydrangea win MEXT Prizes

2026.02.16

Hunger not driving bears to populated areas in western Japan: study

2026.02.16

Identifying the causes of unexplained diseases using whole-genome sequencing and AI

2026.02.12

Division of labor in naked mole-rat society revealed through unique wireless tracking system

2026.02.10

Hagfish have unexpectedly diverse olfactory receptors — Potential sign of early evolution of true V2Rs

2026.02.10

Hokkaido University study finds northern Japanese eel distribution range determined by summer water temperatures

2026.02.09

New Kyushu University technology predicts dynamic cell fate transitions from high dimensional data

2026.02.04

Osaka Metropolitan University discovers causative genes of canine liver cancer

2026.02.04

Nagoya University elucidates characteristics of the cells that control flowering time

2026.02.03

Hiroshima University develops DNA vector for safe, transgene-free genome editing in algae

2026.02.03

Ancient DNA analysis clarifies the evolutionary position of Naumann's elephant

2026.02.02

University of Osaka reveals syntaxin 3's role in kidney cell polarity, causing Fanconi syndrome

2026.01.28

Shizuoka University demonstrates rapid biomass growth using untreated seafood processing wastewater

2026.01.27

Mie University and collaborators develop new single-cell technique for simultaneous DNA and RNA analysis

2026.01.27

Science Tokyo finds elephant gut microbiome may shape coffee flavor

2026.01.23

A new, brilliant, yellow-striped goby species... That popular character has been caught!?

2026.01.23

Seed watermelon extract found to promote sebum synthesis

2026.01.22

Direct cDNA injection enables norovirus replication in zebrafish embryos

2026.01.21

Brain-like structures in sea urchin larvae regulate light-driven behavior

2026.01.20

Shining a light on the inner workings of cells with biophotonics: An interview with Associate Professor Nicholas Smith of the University of Osaka

2026.01.20

Light-responsive molecules form shape-shifting 2D nanosheets

2026.01.19

Raisins may have triggered early wine fermentation, Kyoto University researchers find

2026.01.16

Chimpanzee Ai, known for high literacy skills, dies in Japan

2026.01.16

Development of an atomic-level platform reveals binding-site control of glycan flexibility

2026.01.14

Black woodpeckers use suburban larch plantations in Sapporo as winter feeding grounds

2026.01.14

The University of Tokyo reveals how early brain activity shapes odor discrimination

2026.01.14

New ladybird beetle species with potential to control spider mites discovered

2026.01.13

Nagasaki University reveals complex courtship strategy of male black rockfish

2026.01.13

Diploid genome assembly of western Pacific abalone reveals extensive gene duplication

2026.01.09

Okayama University decodes phoronid genome to confirm monophyletic evolution of three lophophorate phyla

2026.01.08

Vampires of the Deep: An Ancient Link Between Octopuses and Squids

2026.01.08

Visualizing cellular repair of UV-damaged genomic DNA enables insights into xeroderma pigmentosum treatments

2025.12.24

Venus flytrap's "sensory hairs" that detect insects: Protein at the base serves as touch sensor — Saitama University and others

2025.12.23

Mechanism discovered for how parasitic plants avoid parasitizing "kin": May lead to reduced agricultural damage — NAIST and collaborators

2025.12.23

Kyushu University finds high nitrogen levels suppress plant root growth and clarifies information signal transduction mechanism

2025.12.23

Fish-specific glycan metabolism discovered: Gene knockout reveals key role in fertilized egg size

2025.12.22

Indian Peafowls can recognize numbers and have ability to count from 1 to 5

2025.12.19

Promoting 'Bio-DX' for a sustainable eco-society through genome editing: developing hypoallergenic eggs and super insects

2025.12.18

Replacing skulls with nano-thin films to visualize brain activity: Developing the widest, deepest, and finest optical measurement technique in the world

2025.12.17

Establishment of the Red List of Ecosystems wins the International Cosmos Prize —Interview with Australian Dr. Keith: Fieldwork is the foundation of research

2025.12.17

Drone-based control of invasive apple snails — NARO develops labor-saving system for spot application of chemicals

2025.12.17

Shibaura Institute of Technology finds that chocolate and wine astringency improves memory — Flavanol activates the brain and nerves

2025.12.16

Saitama University discovers novel enzyme in plant chloroplasts involved in dephosphorylation of intracellular electron transport molecules

2025.12.12

Creating models by reducing plant cell changes to lower dimensions: Tackling life's mysteries through interdisciplinary integration of developmental biology and mechanics

2025.12.12

Automated pain assessment based on facial expressions of free-moving mice — New AI-based technology that contributes to animal welfare developed by the University of Tokyo

2025.12.10

Magnetite teeth formed in vivo by chitons — Identification of protein reveals formation mechanism

2025.12.10

New function of the basal ganglia indirect pathway discovered by Tamagawa University and collaborators

2025.12.09

The University of Osaka identifies the protein that controls sperm motility — Function restored by administering artificial reagent to deficient mice

2025.12.09

Institute of Science Tokyo elucidates new substrate recognition mechanism in degradation of unnecessary intracellular proteins

2025.12.08

Bicolor pattern formation in saddle soybean: Quercetin regulates gene expression through RNA interference

2025.12.05

Development of antibodies to eliminate tick-borne encephalitis virus by Nagasaki University and others

2025.12.05

Sperm competition linked to longevity and gene expression: Demonstrated in fish from ancient African lake by University of the Ryukyus and others

2025.12.05

New one-centimeter-long worker bee fossil species from 2.5-million-year-old strata found in northern Hyogo Prefecture

2025.12.04

Experiments into eel feeding behavior on land reveals voluntary targeting of crickets

2025.12.04

Successful genome editing of schistosomiasis intermediate host snail — Potential to prevent 200,000 deaths annually worldwide

2025.12.04

Elucidation of ATP synthesis mechanism using cryo-electron microscopy — Expectations for contributions to membrane protein research and drug discovery

2025.12.03

Urinary stone crystals glittering like galaxies: Reading the human body's internal environment using meteorite research methods

2025.12.01

Osaka Metropolitan University and the University of Osaka perform analysis on the triplet excited state of the green alga Codium fragile

2025.12.01

Yokohama City University led group finds differences between wheat varieties greater than individual differences in humans

2025.11.28

Invasive moth pest spreads across western Japan causing tree mortality — Kyushu University conducts survey

2025.11.27

Science Tokyo creates mouse model for visualizing gene transcription sites

2025.11.26

Iberian ribbed newt genome decoded — One step toward elucidating its mysterious life phenomena

2025.11.25

Kobe University develops new technique for high-resolution observation of retina in living diabetic mice

2025.11.21

Tohoku University clarifies that the substrates for hepatic gluconeogenesis change according to exercise intensity — Running slowly uses "glycerol," running quickly uses "lactate"

2025.11.20

New Sedum species discovered on Tokara Islands and Yoron-jima Island

2025.11.19

Hinoki cypress in Japan and Taiwan genetically diverged 1 million years ago

2025.11.18

Thermoregulation abilities of shortfin mako sharks off the coast of Taiwan revealed

2025.11.18

AIST successfully develops plants for the mass production of functional proteins

2025.11.17

No 2017-born Japanese silver pomfret found in Ariake Bay as high salinity causes reproductive failure

2025.11.17

The University of Tokyo establishes new theory for controlling uncertain biological populations from molecular reactions to infectious diseases

2025.11.14

Spraying ethanol on tomatoes enhances heat stress tolerance

2025.11.13

Novel therapeutic candidate compound for Leishmaniasis isolated from Okinawan marine sponge

2025.11.12

Saitama University and NIBB decode the Venus flytrap's "sense of touch" — Protein DmMSL10 functions as sensor

2025.11.12

Kyushu University develops CyTOR method to extract cytoplasm in 5 seconds by bursting cells

2025.11.11

Naruto University of Education demonstrates that burrower bug nymphs cannibalize non-viable trophic eggs, avoid viable ones

2025.11.10

Green sea turtles that eat jellyfish show surprisingly good nutrition: Comparative research by the University of Tokyo

2025.11.07

Strategy of Japanese endemic plant "tachigashiwa" discovered by the University of Tokyo — Mimic the scent of ants

2025.11.06

Ibaraki University and others elucidate structure and function of extracellular polysaccharides produced by edible algae

2025.11.04

Nanocarbon acquires fluorescent properties inside insect bodies: Xenobiotic metabolic enzymes involved, new molecular creation theory proposed

2025.11.04

Elucidation of parasitic nematodes recognition method in plants: Peptide and receptor triggering immune response identified

2025.10.31

Mechanism of coral light-sensing proteins elucidated by Osaka Metropolitan University

2025.10.31

Eating cactus improves lipid metabolism - Enhanced gut microbiota diversity confirmed in mouse experiments

2025.10.30

RIKEN finds that pleasant and unpleasant odor sensations are generated by different neural circuit structures in the lateral horn in the brain

2025.10.30

Kyoto Prefectural University hypothesizes that polyamine synthesis dysfunction in skeletal muscle may be a cause of muscle atrophy

2025.10.29

University of the Ryukyus study reveals coral near Sesoko Island, Okinawa shows increased hybridization following large-scale bleaching

2025.10.29

NARO develops soybean-rhizobia symbiosis system with enhanced agricultural greenhouse gas reduction effects

2025.10.29

The University of Tsukuba elucidates the mechanism behind sea urchin twinning

2025.10.29

Okinawa Churashima Foundation finds new coral species discovered off east coast of Okinawa Island

2025.10.27

Discovery of mosquito blood-feeding moderation: Chisako Sakuma contributes to infectious disease control measures through ecological understanding

2025.10.27

The University of Fukui finds that Children with ADHD show smaller brain volume in specific regions

2025.10.22

"Ranjatai" aromatic wood that captivated rulers: The Imperial Household Agency Shosoin Office determines its fragrance components and age

2025.10.22

Osaka Metropolitan University achieves efficient oocyte collection in rats — Contributing to laboratory animal reduction

2025.10.20

Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine Awarded to Specially Appointed Professor Sakaguchi of the University of Osaka and two American researchers for discovery of regulatory T Cells

2025.10.20

Non-contact high-sensitivity measurement of ions in sweat through rose petal mimicry: Waseda University develops sensor

2025.10.20

Kyoto University develops new protein "Crunch" which removes unwanted cells in the body by inducing phagocytosis

2025.10.15

Kindai University succeeds in egg collection from male sturgeon through artificial sex reversal

2025.10.10

Proboscis monkey noses create vocal individuality with possibility of individual recognition

2025.10.09

Silica sinters form diverse plant fossils - Small-scale hot springs and forest coexistence key factor

2025.10.08

"Genome map" of Japanese and Saudi Arabian population created by National Institute of Global Health and Medicine

2025.10.07

"SeeThrough" skull clearing method for brain observation realized in mice

2025.10.06

Tohoku University led group elucidates the molecular mechanism of how elaidic acid promotes aging and inflammation

2025.10.06

Nagoya University and NICT elucidate the genes and brain neural circuits that determine courtship behavior patterns in Drosophila

2025.10.02

Identification of effective intracellular target molecules for inhaled anesthetics: Potential for development of superior anesthetics and dosing methods

2025.10.02

Glucose uptake acts as switch in novel adipocyte formation — Tohoku University and Akita University identify enzyme involved

2025.10.02

Nagoya University discovers female auditory sensory cell sensitivity flexibly regulated by dopamine

2025.10.01

New species of endosymbiotic dicyemids discovered in the urine of octopuses

2025.10.01

Oldest vertebrate sex chromosomes discovered —X chromosomes in sharks and rays have retained common gene set for 300 million years

2025.09.29

Project to approach the ecology of the horsehair crab — New technology expected for efficiency enhancement of growth and reproduction

2025.09.29

High levels of intestinal Bifidobacterium during weaning persist at age 3 — Hokkaido University conducts longitudinal study

2025.09.26

Kyushu University discovers new component from walnut leaves that inhibits growth of other plants

2025.09.24

New species of scleractinian coral fossil discovered in Oda City, Shimane Prefecture

2025.09.24

Two types of bacteria work in "perfect harmony" to selectively attack cancer cells — Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology

2025.09.22

The University of Osaka successfully reproduces implantation using mouse ex vivo uterine system

2025.09.19

Mechanism of microtubule band structure formation in plant zygotes elucidated — Expected applications in fiber-reinforced material design

2025.09.19

Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology produces ayu from frozen cells — Rare genetic resources expected to be permanently preserved

2025.09.18

Let's think about the future of food in the city of culinary delight: Ingeniously crafted food displays including cultivated meat at the Expo

2025.09.18

Development of biobattery that uses beef fat: Kyoto University group advancement shows promise for medical applications

2025.09.16

Naruto University of Education led group finds that shield bug eggs evolved to be elongated for parental protection from natural enemies

2025.09.16

The tropical ghost crab is actually a musician - What kind of instruments does it have?

2025.09.12

Visualizing photosynthesis activity with Himawari meteorological satellites

2025.09.11

DNA analysis by Kobe University reveals edible wasps feed on 324 species including vertebrates

2025.09.11

Genetic diversity in teak trees strongly related to temperature — Indian populations show high adaptability to climate

2025.09.10

The University of Tokyo finds that memories of familiar individuals function through combinations of neurons

2025.09.08

Boys, hold that "large stone" — Researcher who has been a fossil enthusiast since childhood discovers 18-million-year-old seagrass fossils in local Aichi

2025.09.08

Method to isolate cells with specific phenotype developed — Broad applications expected, including regenerative medicine and cell evolution research

2025.09.05

The expansion of neuroscience research: Pushing the boundaries of medicine, sports, and culture

2025.09.05

Discovery of dinosaur-era wasp fossil from amber in Kuji City, Iwate Prefecture

2025.09.05

Intracellular calcium ion concentration in epidermal cells elevated by yuzu extract

2025.09.04

The University of Osaka elucidates the function of the neuropeptide "corazonin"

2025.09.04

NARO performs large-scale soybean genome analysis: Different cultivar characteristics between Japan and the US

2025.09.03

Two new luminous springtail species discovered on Miyako Island

2025.09.03

Tokai University reveals new facts about Asian parti-colored bat ecology

2025.09.03

Kyoto University successfully creates jawbone-like organoids from human iPS cells

2025.09.02

Kanazawa University develops modified exosomes that selectively activate T-helper cells — Tumor reduction confirmed in mice

2025.09.02

Complete sequencing of nematode genome successfully achieved by the University of Tokyo and collaborators

2025.09.01

Okayama University finds rats deficient in Neuromedin U show reduced motivation

2025.09.01

Angiotensin II is key to regulating functional balance between left and right kidneys —University of Tsukuba elucidates mechanism of information exchange

2025.08.28

Tokyo City University clarifies that plants that stop photosynthesis keep their leaves for flower formation

2025.08.27

CYP gene functional analysis screening system constructed at Shizuoka University

2025.08.27

Hiroshima University clarifies the reproductive mechanism of sakura shrimp

2025.08.27

Chubu University discovers nematodes with high insecticidal power

2025.08.26

New form of guanine-rich DNA binding elucidated by TUAT

2025.08.26

Successful production of Japanese eel juveniles through complete aquaculture using feed without egg yolk

2025.08.25

Captive Steller sea lion demonstrates ability to imitate human actions

2025.08.25

Mechanisms behind bacterial cell division elucidated through cryo-electron microscopy and other techniques

2025.08.25

"In-body pharmaceutical factory" diabetes treatment constructed in mouse liver using genome editing

2025.08.22

Lactic acid bacteria from pickles demonstrate immune function regulation abilities

2025.08.20

Taste cell synaptic deficiency mice show reduced sensitivity only to sour taste — Multiple causes of taste disorders revealed by Okayama University

2025.08.19

Okayama University undertakes research on combat among large male beetles: Losers show reduced sperm count, long-duration battles also harmful

2025.08.18

Osaka Metropolitan University finds rice cooked with superheated steam has porous structure, maintains deliciousness during refrigerated storage

2025.08.18

Tohoku University reveals underlying mechanism of age-related decline in HSC transplantation success rate

2025.08.18

Successful development of ATP synthase allows for energy conversion function beyond nature's limits

2025.08.18

Precursor tRNA HARP proteins form star-shaped structure — Evolutionary strategy of small enzymes revealed

2025.08.12

Development of synthesis method for polyunsaturated fatty acids — Expectations for the development of novel anti-inflammatory fatty acid

2025.08.12

JAMSTEC develops antibody-decorated liposomes using cell-free system

2025.08.08

Brain prepares for "future memories" during sleep — Unlocking potential abilities could improve memory

2025.08.06

Elucidating the mechanism by which plants activate their immune system: Toward the development of agricultural methods to suppress disease outbreaks caused by rain

2025.08.06

Nagoya University clarifies that male mosquitoes have more complex sound reception maps than females

2025.08.04

Large tyrannosaur species originated in Asia and dispersed globally — Fossil analysis of new species Khankhuuluu reveals evolution

2025.08.01

Kyoto University achieves success in labeling fatty acid-containing lipids using intracellular organelles

2025.07.30

Saturated fatty acid accumulation causes cell death in fungi - Endoplasmic reticulum transforms into giant sheet

2025.07.30

Squids originated 100 million years ago: Rapid diversification in ancient seas

2025.07.29

New mechanism of fat breakdown discovered by NCNP — Obesity and diabetes improvement confirmed in mice

2025.07.29

Light-harvesting pigment-protein complexes in green algae show unique light-harvesting strategy

2025.07.24

Science Tokyo develops new nucleic acid medicine technology for muscular dystrophy — Enhancing nuclear delivery efficiency with double-stranded nucleic acids

2025.07.23

Flower odors that deceive and attract insects: Enzyme evolution occurred independently in three plant genera — National Museum of Nature and Science and others

2025.07.23

Nest-building in empty snail shells — Mason bee ecology elucidated by Kindai University and University of Tsukuba

2025.07.23

Tohoku University develops jellyfish cyborgs — Harnessing natural movement as "intelligence"

2025.07.22

Okayama University use African clawed frog as bacterial infection model to confirm effectiveness of antimicrobial drug administration

2025.07.18

Human immature cells successfully cultured long-term in vitro: Aichi Medical University achieves results — Efficient epithelial differentiation induction in short period

2025.07.18

Shimadzu Corporation releases software that can identify microorganisms from 85,000 species in under 3 hours

2025.07.18

New MEA system allows for high-precision visualization of cellular activity — Simultaneous measurement and recording with approximately 237,000 electrodes

2025.07.17

A Look Around Innovation, Part 20: Establishment of an alert system for Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense, the banana and plantain wilt pathogen, and mitigation strategy of the disease

2025.07.16

Simple 10-second synaptic receptor labeling method opens path to memory research and disease treatment

2025.07.11

Nagaoka University of Technology develops custom molecular detection using DNA nanopore sensors for drug discovery and disease diagnosis applications

2025.07.10

Highly sensitive light-driven proton pump in Prometheoarchaea discovered by research group from University of Tokyo, Nagoya Institute of Technology

2025.07.09

The University of Tokyo develops new tool using stochastic variational inference to clarify relationships between microbes and metabolites

2025.07.09

Gifu University conducts study in Nagara River and successfully decodes life history of ayu fish gathered at spawning grounds

2025.07.08

New sensory organ discovered in throat triggers coughing and swallowing — Possibly related to beer's "smoothness," Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine

2025.07.07

Gifu University discovers that the mechanical force of molecular motors utilized for iron signaling in bacteria

2025.07.07

NIPS develops imaging method for nucleus tractus solitarii deep in the brain — Paving the way for treatment of mental disorders

2025.07.03

National Institute of Genetics finds that a single sexual reproduction event prevents extinction — Discovery through growth rate measurement of green algae

2025.07.03

Institute of Science Tokyo observes DNA nanopore-lipid bilayer interactions with high temporal resolution: Potential applications in artificial cells and molecular sensors

2025.07.02

Toward flavor control in cultured meat: Aging increases free amino acids

2025.07.02

Hoshi University discover new principle of protein degradation — Antagonism between ubiquitin addition and cleavage suppresses inflammation

2025.07.01

Nagoya university discovers undifferentiated cells in electric eels - Hopes for understanding "powerful electricity generation"

2025.06.30

Taiwan and Japanese frogs share a common origin: Genome analysis by Hiroshima University reveals mitochondrial genome traces

2025.06.27

Institute of Science Tokyo develops as new feed as countermeasure aiming to eradicate schistosomiasis

2025.06.25

OIST discovers clownfish avoid sea anemone stings by reducing surface sugars

2025.06.24

University of Tsukuba reveals that developmental fate of shell-forming cells is autonomously determined

2025.06.24

Nagasaki University unveils water bug mating behavior: 35% of carried eggs are not their own

2025.06.19

The University of Tokyo clarifies structural robustness and temporal vulnerability of obese mice livers during starvation-response

2025.06.18

JAMSTEC discovers fifteen new species in the deep seabed of Japan

2025.06.18

Kyushu University elucidates comprehensive P450 functional library from white-rot fungus

2025.06.17

Hokkaido University elucidates the mechanisms of nutrient supply which control phytoplankton community structure in the western north pacific

2025.06.16

Researchers at the University of Tsukuba discover timing regularity in male cicada calls

2025.06.13

University of Miyazaki develops diagnostic method for Lumpy Skin Disease in cattle

2025.06.13

University of Miyazaki uses x-ray crystallographic analysis to elucidate binding mechanism of two artificial RNA-protein complexes

2025.06.11

RIKEN discovers brain circuit that suppresses excessive anxiety

2025.06.10

Visualization technology developed for the rapid observation of bacterial adaptive evolution

2025.06.09

Binding structure of lasso peptide determined using cryo-electron microscopy

2025.06.09

Development of heat resistance in plants through strengthening thylakoid membranes

2025.06.06

Marimo in Lake Akan reduced to just 10% over 120 years

2025.06.04

Over 300 organohalogen compounds detected in 11 species of toothed whales from Japanese coasts

2025.05.27

New tissue essential for seed formation discovered after 160 years

2025.05.26

Osaka Metropolitan University discovers novel pathogenic bacteria species in raccoons

2025.05.22

Annual and seasonal variations in dominant species of Lake Shinji revealed by Shimane University

2025.05.15

University of Tsukuba develops vector for one step Cre-loxP organism creation

2025.05.14

Rapid life recovery in Gulf of Mexico following asteroid impact 66 million years ago

2025.05.13

Discovery of gut bacteria that suppress weight gain in hosts with sweet tooth: Development of prevention and treatment method expected for obesity and diabetes

2025.05.07

Chromosomal passenger complex essential for maintaining pluripotency in stem cells

2025.05.02

Identification of venom genes in "koinobiont parasitoid wasps" — Induce cell death in host flies, potential applications for natural medicines

2025.05.02

Genome editing technology for hearing loss developed by Juntendo University and the University of Tokyo

2025.04.30

Ezaki Glico discovers new lactic acid bacteria that suppresses cold symptoms through oral intake

2025.04.28

Research group from the University of Tokyo and Tohoku University discovers novel mechanism of receptor control

2025.04.28

Both male and female features coexist in gynandromorph Japanese rhinoceros beetle

2025.04.24

Kyoto University develops AI detection technology for invasive frogs using vocalization

2025.04.23

Understanding and manipulating cell functions: Aiming for next-generation therapies with fewer adverse effects

2025.04.22

OIST research team identifies molecular mechanism involved in organization of fish photoreceptors for the first time

2025.04.21

Even eyeless nematodes detect light: Discovery of genes required for photoresponse paves the way for the development of pest-control methods

2025.04.21

Nagoya University elucidates mechanisms regulating plant cell wall structure

2025.04.18

Okayama University finds xylemin effective in prevention of barnacle fouling of ships

2025.04.17

Novel substances with antioxidant activity found in the ornamental flowering plant "freesia"

2025.04.16

Discovery of a new species of parasitic crustacean found on hermit crabs

2025.04.15

Utsunomiya University clarifies environmental adaptation strategy of plants — Sense low temperature at night to promote light-induced responses at dawn

2025.04.15

Nagoya University discovers new polychaete species in deep-sea area of the north-west Pacific

2025.04.15

Clarification of photosynthesis mechanism in purple sulfur bacteria that live in highly saline and alkaline environments

2025.04.14

A Look Around Innovation, Part 19: Development of agricultural materials using plant metabolites — Focusing on plant-fungus symbiosis to reduce fertilizer use and increase yield

2025.04.14

Shinshu University and Chiba University develop odor-tracking drone that uses sensors based on silkworm moth antennae

2025.04.14

Kumamoto University discovers cell movements related to the starting point of left-right asymmetry in the body

2025.04.11

Unique pronotum morphology of treehoppers: Common structures among species revealed

2025.04.10

Protein complex required for spermatogenesis discovered by the University of Osaka

2025.04.10

Keio University develops coarse-grained model of RNA

2025.04.09

NTT and Meiji University establish foundational technology that contributes to long-term microbial survival in soil

2025.04.08

Athanas acudactylus sp. nov. discovered on the seafloor of Wakasa Bay and Sagami Bay

2025.04.07

Females are more prone to circadian clock disruption than males — Expectations for shift worker health management incorporating gender differences

2025.04.07

Elucidation of two retrovirus-derived genes involved in obesity and depressive symptoms

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