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Surprise at the grain boundary

For the first time, an international research team has been able to observe how solute elements introduce new grain boundary phases using state-of-the-art microscopy and simulation techniques

Towards new reaction pathways

Insights on molecular dynamics in the ultrashort time window following UV excitation

Superspreader fibrils caught in the act

Evaluating the link between chemicals and declining insect populations

Using a library of 1,000+ agrochemicals, scientists saw significant changes in behaviour and long-term survival of different insect populations

AI in medicine: new approach for more efficient diagnostics

Researchers have developed a new AI tool that uses imaging data to also detect less frequent diseases of the gastrointestinal tract

“The integration of robotics and AI is poised to revolutionize science labs”

By automating routine tasks, scientists can focus on higher-level research questions, paving the way for faster breakthroughs

Ovulation filmed from start to finish for the first time

New findings for fertility research

AI helps to detect antibiotic resistance

This is an important first step toward integrating GPT-4 into clinical diagnostics

Rapid genome analysis of a Whippet sighthound sets new standard for biodiversity research

“We are demonstrating that we can obtain and analyse complete genome information in a matter of days – not months”

Femtosecond-fieldoscopy accesses molecules fingerprints at near-infrared spectral range

"This research...has potential applications across various fields, including chemistry and biology, where precise molecular detection is essential"

“Dictionaries” make fluorescence-based data for integrative structure models and their dynamics accessible

3D structures of biomolecules

New method for measuring luminescence lifetime offers breakthrough in scientific imaging

Ac­cel­er­at­ing the pace of dis­cov­ery in sci­ence and in­dustry

Axol Bioscience acquires Phenocell to advance human disease models

Acquisition expands Axol’s iPSC-derived cell models and service offering to include ophthalmology and dermatology

Eurofins agrees to acquire SYNLAB’s clinical diagnostics operations in Spain

Start-up receives funding for animal-free methods for drug testing

Ethically safe, fast, cost-effective and reliable

Bruker Acquires Dynamic Biosensors, a Pioneer of Single-Cell Interaction Cytometry Systems for Drug Discovery

Combining Dynamic Biosensors’ Innovative Technologies with Bruker’s High-Performance SPR Portfolio to Establish a Leading Biosensors Business

analytica expands its international network to the USA

US laboratory market with top growth forecasts

Expanded possibilities for laboratory digitalization and connectivity

labforward merges with LabTwin

€1.3M pre-seed funding for Lucid Genomics

Startup will use funds to fine-tune their AI models for diagnostics and biomarker discovery

Rigaku and Xenocs collaborate to redefine the future of material characterization

Start-up aims to accelerate bioprocess development

IRUBIS secures pre-series A funding led by BioProcess360 Partners

Spectris Acquires SciAps Incorporated

Genedata Joins Danaher Corporation

Genedata and Danaher share a vision of accelerating discovery and development of critical therapeutics

Biotage AB appointment of new CEO

Magnetism without metal: a milestone for materials science

“This is fundamentally new”

Scientists discover "pause button" in human development

Findings have possible implications for reproductive technologies

Fasting and blood sugar

Start-up wants to revolutionise fluorochemical production

Groundbreaking innovation with high appeal for numerous potential customers in the core markets of battery electrolyte salts and agrochemicals

Is the physics of red blood cells in bats a key to "artificial hibernation" for humans?

The new findings could contribute towards the development of new medical treatments

Ferments du Futur: New Innovation Center for Future Foods Opens

Europe's unique partnership accelerates research in healthy and sustainable nutrition

Start-up aims to revolutionise CO₂ capture and conversion technology

Aerleum raises $6M in seed round

New drugs from toxic birds

Investigation of the symbiosis between bacteria and birds leads to the discovery of new natural products with antimicrobial properties

Vegan Trademark: 70,000 products now vegan certified

34 years of innovation for an animal-friendly and sustainable future

Octopus-inspired adhesive works well in wet conditions

How the brain processes the number zero

1.3 million pizzas with solar power

Gustavo Gusto produces with a PV system from E.ON

Flower Power: Lavender Oil Fuels Batteries for the Future

Unique material created to solve a persistent failure problem

Why the flu vaccine is less effective in older people

Study identifies key molecules and possible approaches to improve the vaccination response

Sustainable antibacterial food wrap that changes colour when food goes bad

Smart protection against food waste

Sustainably producible covalent organic networks capture carbon dioxide

"For the first time, a solid-phase synthesis of COFs has been developed that works completely without solvents"

Possible trigger of Crohn’s disease discovered

Dysfunctional mitochondria disrupt the gut microbiome

Full-bodied cheese flavor–prediction of flavor development soon possible thanks to new method

Cobalt-copper tandem successfully converts carbon dioxide to ethanol

Sustainability in the focus of chemical research

Microbe of the Year 2023: Bacillus subtilis – for health and technology

Already, Bacillus subtilis is indispensable in many industries, and many more innovations are expected

Children, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should avoid Brazil nuts

Brazil nuts can contain unusually high levels of radioactive radium

Innovative catalyst produces methane using electricity

A study opens up new ways to produce important chemical compounds

Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for the discovery of microRNA

Surprising discovery revealed an entirely new dimension to gene regulation

Victory against fast food giants

German Environmental Aid forces McDonald's to offer mandatory reusable packaging

UK bioplastics breakthrough wins US plastics industry prize

“2024 is our year – we've scaled up three products, secured investor backing, brought new talent onboard and successfully launched our first commercial application"

Dietary fibre powers the multivitamin factory in your gut

Luxembourg Institute of Health reveals critical link between fibre intake, gut bacteria, B vitamins and immune health

When it comes to building muscle, not all proteins are created equal

Researchers find ground beef packs bigger muscle-building punch than soy-based alternative

No significant PFAS emissions from waste incineration

Researchers investigate the effectiveness of combustion processes

Vicebio Announces $100 Million Series B Financing

Funding will support and accelerate development of next-generation multivalent respiratory virus vaccines

Plastic pollution harms bees: risks for global food security

A new review study is the first to systematically show the harmful effects of nano- and microplastics on bees and other beneficial insects