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Researchers have developed a tiny sensor for detecting pesticides on fruit in just a few minutes. The technique uses flame-sprayed nanoparticles made from silver to increase the signal of chemicals.

A few rare plants – such as the popping cress Cardamine hirsuta – have evolved exploding seed pods that propel their seeds in all directions. Now, researchers have identified the genes controlling the mechanical structure of these exploding seed pods.

Using a custom-wired electrode, researchers have demonstrated that systolic blood pressure can be lowered 10% in one hour and 16% two hours after nerve stimulation.

The release of an immune protein in the brain in response to alcohol withdrawal could be partly responsible for feelings of anxiety that contribute to relapse.

A new study presents a novel approach to drug repurposing that incorporates two-stage prediction and machine learning.

An in vitro stem cell model has been used to map disease risk alleles for psychiatric conditions such as autism and schizophrenia.

Scientists have demonstrated how some fast-growing bacteria can resist treatment with antibiotics.

Leading scientists present arguments for and against incorporating the concept of ultra-processed foods into dietary guidelines.

High-resolution testing has enabled better detection of high-risk salmonella serotypes, making researchers aware of changing prevalence of serotypes within breeding chickens and chicken products.

Researchers have now for the first time tested if they can get an overview of plastic particles in urban air by examining cobwebs.