Daily Archives: December 1, 2016
Cholesterol: the eyes have it
Cell membranes are a complex mosaic of lipids and proteins. The membrane phospholipids are arranged in a bilayer with their polar heads interacting with the surrounding water and their hydrocarbon tails forming a hydrophobic core. Membrane proteins
Pigments in flowers are not only attractive: Anthocyanins as a sunscreen for the pollen grains
Anthocyanins are the largest group of water-soluble pigments in the plant kingdom. They are responsible for most of the red, pink, purple and blue colours of flowers and fruits, where they mostly play a signalling role. In
Microbial assisted electrochemical desalination: a green option for water/wastewater treatment
Wastewater discharged from industries can lead to adverse ecological effects. Commonly used conventional technologies for wastewater treatment are efficient in removing organic matter and nutrients (N and P) but less effective to reduce salinity. High salt concentrations
Genetic and non-genetic animal models for Autism Spectrum Disorders
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a heterogeneous group of neurobehavioral problems with genetic and environmental origins. The major neurobehavioral changes are manifested by persistent deficits in social and communication interaction, deficits in developing, understanding and maintaining relationships,
