Going to bat

Article Abstract:

Bats have emerged as a natural reservoir for some of the most deadly emerging viruses, including SARS, Ebola, Nipah, Hendra and Marburg. Knowledge that bats can carry dangerous viruses could work to prevent epidemics and also keeping bats from the wildlife trade might have significantly cut the risk of SARS.

Development and progression, Bats, Bats (Animals), Severe acute respiratory syndrome

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Chatting up cells

Article Abstract:

Scientists at the Stanford University are developing a microscopic lab on a silicon chip for directing stem cells to deliver specific chemical messages. The chip is useful for growing layer-by-layer tissues from stem cells.

Biotechnology laboratories, Stem cell research

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Can a cockroach live without its head?

Article Abstract:

Research results that confirm the capability of a cockroach to survive without its head are discussed.

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences, Research and Testing Services, Neurological R&D, Physiological aspects, Neurological research, Cockroaches

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