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Found glowing protein in eel
Animal world

Found glowing protein in eel

A fresh eel species, often found in Japanese sushi, is the first discovered vertebrate to possess a natural fluorescent protein.

December 16, 2018
Why do animals self-emit?
Animal world

Why do animals self-emit?

Green fluorescent proteins help some animals glow, which can prevent oxidation, protect them when they are sick or stressed.

December 16, 2018
When should I use compact fluorescent light bulbs?
Scientific application

When should I use compact fluorescent light bulbs?

You hear a lot about energy-efficient compact lamps, and plan to use it to replace all the lights in the house. In fact, not every case should install this lamp.

December 16, 2018
India launches the campaign
Environment

India launches the campaign

Through the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM), the Indian government is replacing hundreds of thousands of incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs.

December 16, 2018
Discover the inner workings of cancer
Medicine - Health

Discover the inner workings of cancer

Scientists looking for new ways to fight cancer often endeavor to understand subtle changes, often invisible to DNA.

December 14, 2018
The method of seeing through organs
Medicine - Health

The method of seeing through organs

Albert Einstein Medical School researchers, Yeshiva University have successfully developed the first fluorescent protein to penetrate the internal organs of living anima…

December 14, 2018
Milk loses its smell when near fluorescent light
Medicine - Health

Milk loses its smell when near fluorescent light

Milk smelling? This is due to the light at the milk bar at the supermarket. Milk stored in a translucent paper box a few centimeters away from fluorescent light emits an…

December 14, 2018