Molecule : Science World Report

Jul 22, 2015 07:57 PM EDT

Stress And The Brain: Manipulating Molecule Helps Lower Symptoms Of Depression

New findings published in the journal Nature Neuroscience reveal that boosting certain molecular levels in the brain could help lower symptoms of depression.

Jun 16, 2015 09:28 AM EDT

Coldest Molecules on Earth Created by MIT Scientists are Colder Than Interestellar Space

Scientists have managed to create the coldest stable molecules in the world. They've cooled molecules in a gas of sodium potassium (NaK) to a temperature of 500 nanokelvins, which is just a hair above absolute zero and over a million times colder than interstellar space.

Apr 17, 2015 09:22 AM EDT

Young Suns Teem with Prebiotic Molecules that May Create Life

It turns out that complex organic molecules aren't only found on Earth. Scientists have discovered that these molecules, which are essential for life, already appear in the regions where stars similar to our star are born.

Feb 19, 2015 01:09 AM EST

Alzheimer's Treatment Improved With Inhibitor Molecule

Researchers at the University of Cambridge may be a bit closer to finding a cure for Alzheimer's.

Sep 29, 2014 07:03 AM EDT

New Complex Molecule Discovered in Space Could Explain Life's Origins

Astronomers may have found a molecule in the depths of space that could explain the origins of life.

Jun 19, 2014 08:12 AM EDT

The Physics of Water's Split Personality Explained by New Computer Model

Water may have a bit of a split personality. By using a computer model, researchers have uncovered the reasons behind water's odd behaviors, such as why its solid state floats.

Jun 11, 2014 04:16 PM EDT

Gene-Encoding Molecule Offers Clues Towards Safer Strep Vaccine

Researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine may have developed a safe and effective vaccine against strep throat, according to a study published in the journal Cell Host & Microbe.