Element 113: “discovery” or not?
Recently four new synthetic elements were added to the periodic table. We asked Dr. Morita whether he thinks his team “discovered” or “created” element 113.
Jan 5
Dec 27
Black smokers and electroecosystems
Black smokers are deep-sea hydrothermal vents found in the ocean. Now scientists believe that they may host electroecosystems in which the primary producers use electric currents as their energy source.
Dec 11
Science communication symposium
Friday I participated in a small symposium that focused on science communication (for institutions in Japan). We discussed using social media as a means to self-publish wow! and amazing! research findings. Here are some of my thoughts about how useful this plays out in Japan.
Dec 2
RIKEN at a glance
We’ve just gotten our order of RIKEN at a Glance booklets back from the printers, and they look fantastic. Follow the link to download your electronic copy now!
Dec 2
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RIKEN at a Glance
30-day trend
- November 26, 2020
Bacterial drug resistance studied by robotic E. coli evolution - October 16, 2024
Protein antigens in meat, milk, and other foods suppress gut tumors - December 27, 2015
Black smokers and electroecosystems - February 15, 2022
Green hydrogen production for fuel cells and fertilizers - January 13, 2022
How does gravity affect antimatter?
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