Research news
Gene identified by Purdue scientists may ease the genetic modification of plants
A recent discovery could lead to easier genetic modification of plant varieties considered recalcitrant to standard methods, including varieties of economically important crops.
Cholesterol-metabolism study suggests new diagnostic, treatment approach for aggressive prostate cancer
Researchers have discovered a link between prostate cancer aggressiveness and the accumulation of a compound produced when cholesterol is metabolized in cells, findings that could bring new diagnostic and treatment methods.
Purdue research: Lots of 'brain waste' among highly educated immigrants
Many highly educated immigrants coming to the U.S. without a job lined up have been unable to find work at their level of education, leading to considerable 'brain waste,' Purdue University researchers have found.
Long non-coding RNAs help genes get out of the starting block faster
Yeast can quickly adapt to changes in its environment with the help of molecules known as long non-coding RNAs, a Purdue study shows.
Laser tool speeds up detection of Salmonella in food products
Purdue University researchers have developed a laser sensor that can identify Salmonella bacteria grown from food samples about three times faster than conventional detection methods.
Decoding dengue and West Nile
A team of scientists from Purdue University and the University of Michigan have captured the structure of a protein that could lead to new treatments for dengue and West Nile viruses.