Studying how neurons connect in the brain is tough. The traditional method, called patch clamping, is slow and requires a lot of effort. Scientists have come up with a new way to make this process faster and more efficient. Instead of taking all the tiny electrodes out every time, they clean just on
Have you ever wondered how proteins behave in our bodies? Some proteins can form special clusters called droplets, even before they reach a certain concentration. Scientists have been studying these droplets to understand this weird and amazing process. They found that these droplets follow a specia
Recent progress in local electron correlation methods has made it easier to perform CCSD(T) calculations on large molecules, but achieving the complete basis set (CBS) limit remains challenging due to basis set superposition errors. This is where non-atom-centered or floating orbitals (FOs) come in.
Peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma (PPARγ) is a protein that helps control which genes get turned on or off in our cells. Scientists thought that different chemicals, called ligands, would fight for the same spot on PPARγ to do their job. But it turns out, they can actually work togeth
Imagine you're trying to figure out how well a crystal can conduct heat. Traditionally, scientists use complex calculations called first-principles to predict this property, called lattice thermal conductivity (LTC). These calculations need a lot of computational power, especially when you want to e
Ever thought about replacing pricey fish feed with something cheaper and maybe even better? Well, scientists did just that with common carp (Cyprinus carpio var. Communis). They used a mix called biofloc to feed the little guys. Biofloc is like a special smoothie for fish, made from algae and bacter
Did you know that the color of sorghum leaves can tell a lot about how well the plant is growing? Scientists looked into how a common herbicide called Citadel 25 OD affects the pigments in sorghum leaves. They found that using more herbicide lowered the amount of pigments like chlorophylls and carot
Have you ever wondered why some jellyfish are bigger and seemingly speedier than others? The Rhizostomeae family, often known for their large sizes and distinctive body shapes, has grabbed the attention of scientists due to their impactful blooms in coastal areas worldwide. As a result, researchers
Ever wondered how certain chemicals break down when hit by light? Scientists used a smart computer model to figure this out for nitroaromatic compounds. These compounds are known to release a gas called NO when they break down. The scientists used something called Gaussian process regression, a type
Ever wondered what happens when you mix groups with a touch of flexibility? Welcome to the world of generalized groups! These are like your usual groups, but with a twist - they can have different operations. Let's dive in and discover some fascinating examples. Now, imagine taking a generalized gr
