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2023.12.25

Keio University finds a plasma biomarker that predicts amyloid β accumulation: Expectations for the early diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease

2023.12.25

RIKEN's supercomputer Fugaku retains first place worldwide in Graph500 ranking

2023.12.22

Keio University and Kyoto University clarify the mechanism of cell death progression after myocardial infarction in mice − Expectations for recovery with use of new therapeutic approach

2023.12.22

Osaka University and Kyoto University collaborate to engineer red fluorescent protein from a green fluorescent protein: Expectations for use in deep observation of the living body

2023.12.22

Osaka Metropolitan University confirms effectiveness of parathyroid hormone in treating rotator cuff tears: Treatment suppresses fat infiltration and muscle atrophy

2023.12.21

Tohoku University develops ideal cathode for lithium-air batteries — Optimization of capacity and cycle stability

2023.12.21

Chiba University suggests that a child who presents with white pupils in photographs should be taken to a doctor promptly but without undue concern: White pupils are generally a sign of serious conditions

2023.12.21

The University of Toyama and RIKEN succeed in inducing the production of steroids in plants via a single regulatory transcription factor

2023.12.20

NICT and NTT announce world records for ultra-large-capacity optical fiber transmission: Results accepted as an 'outstanding paper' at ECOC 2023

2023.12.20

Group from Kyushu University clarify why skeletal muscles weaken with age — Nitration of the muscle stem cell-activating factor HGF: Expectations for the treatment of intractable diseases

2023.12.19

The University of Tokyo proposes a new high-speed algorithm — World record achieved in next-generation code deciphering contest

2023.12.19

Group led by the University of Tokyo discover absorption pathway of the essential nutrient choline: Intestinal ATP8B1 deficiency causes the development of steatohepatitis

2023.12.18

Nagoya University clarify that space storms primarily caused by plasma of terrestrial origin: Analysis of satellite data from Japan, the US, and Europe causes reverse of conventional theory

2023.12.18

Kyushu University and the FFPRI analyze approximately 400 sites around Cambodia and find that community forest management effective for forest conservation

2023.12.18

Kazusa DNA Research Institute successfully decodes the genome of Echinochloa phyllopogon, a rice field weed, using high-precision gene sequencing: Seeking methods for managing herbicide resistance

2023.12.15

NTT Develop dialogue support interface for those with severe physical disabilities: Turning slight muscle movements into operational commands in the Metaverse

2023.12.15

QST measures the half-life of nuclear cosmochronometer Lutetium-176: Determined to be 37.19 billion years

2023.12.15

NCNP clarifies the role of 'Presynaptic Inhibition' in the skillful control of movement

2023.12.14

Kyushu University and JAMSTEC reveal that extinction of marine life during the Late Triassic 'Carnian Pluvial Episode' was caused by anoxia at the end of volcanic activity

2023.12.14

Special "Washoku" exhibition at the National Museum of Nature and Science: Presenting the history of unique culture formation through scientific viewpoints

2023.12.14

Creating a society resilient to infectious diseases — a core center established at TMDU promoting research, medical treatment, and education aimed at responding promptly to future emergencies

2023.12.14

Niigata University reveals that Rice-koji is effective in alleviating stress in mice: Suppression of anxiety and pain

2023.12.13

Kanazawa University find that Met receptor has a dual role: Regeneration of epithelial cells and antiviral response — Expectations for the prevention and treatment of infectious diseases

2023.12.13

Kyoto University group survey finds favorable results on working status of patients in Japan with colorectal cancer: Patients return to work in just over a month, 80% still working one year after surgery

2023.12.13

Kyoto University clarifies the unique enzymatic reaction mechanism of D-fructose dehydrogenase — Expectations for development of new biosensors

2023.12.12

Kyoto University successfully demonstrates tertiary alkylation of phosphorus atoms in nucleic acids

2023.12.12

The Institute of Industrial Science at the University of Tokyo develop spectroscopic measurement technique for previously unmeasurable thermally excited evanescent waves

2023.12.11

AMED and HERA strengthen R&D collaboration: Medical countermeasures against infectious disease

2023.12.11

Inducing a cold sensation without changing skin temperature — Non-contact VR technology developed by the University of Tsukuba

2023.12.11

Meiosis is necessary for oocyte formation: Kumatomo University identifies involvement of a tumor suppressor protein

2023.12.08

Robot-assisted acceleration of solar cell development allows for improved performance and increased precision — Osaka University research group finds success

2023.12.08

Antigenic protein Cryj2 in cedar pollen a cause of skin problems — FUJIFILM discovers that mulberry root-bark extract shows skin improvement effect

2023.12.08

A Jikei University survey reveals that maternal fish consumption associated with high infant serum levels of DHA, which promotes brain development

2023.12.06

'Dendritic' marine bacteria quickly break down oil: The University of Tsukuba clarifies mechanism of contact facilitation through increased interface surface area

2023.12.06

Environmentally friendly sensor that 'returns to the soil,' developed by SANKEN at Osaka University

2023.12.06

High yields of 'Niji-no-Kirameki' rice cultivar through ratooning — Technology developed by NARO

2023.12.05

Successful development of a prototype 'Quantum Scalpel' ion injector — 1/40th the size of existing equipment, commercialization aimed for 2030

2023.12.05

Conquering Alzheimer's disease with poison: Tohoku University finds that enzyme from venom of the snake Protobothrops flavoviridis degrades dementia-causing substance

2023.12.05

Visualization of lactate dynamics in a living mouse brain — Sensor developed by the University of Tokyo

2023.12.04

High-performance biodegradable plastic from soft capsule waste: Endowing gelatin with thermoplasticity in order to reduce marine debris

2023.12.04

The Honda Prize 2023 awarded to Dr. Masato Sagawa and Dr. John J. Croat for inventing the world's strongest 'neodymium magnet'

2023.12.04

Effective chemistry research supported by AI: Tokyo Tec validates capabilities of the large-scale language model 'GPT-4'

2023.12.01

Aiding the realization of fusion energy: QST's JT-60SA successfully generates tokamak plasma for the first time

2023.12.01

Realization of communication in the 6G/IOWN era: World first method developed by NTT and TDUs

2023.12.01

Report on cancer research strategies for the next decade submitted by the government's expert committee