Medaka fish that lacked functional Hmgn2 genes were unable to distinguish between simple shapes, revealing a new function for the regulatory gene. A medaka fish from the study. PHOTO: Saori Yokoi The medaka, also known…
“How much is too much” for assistance level…
Department of Occupational Therapy, College of Health and Human Sciences, Osaka PrefectureUniversity, Japan conducted exploratory research which was aimed to examine the impact of robotic assistance levels in the upper limb rehabilitation of stroke survivors.…
Researchers Identified Genetic Mechanisms of Coral Metamorphosis
Researchers have identified the gene expression regulation mechanisms that drive the metamorphosis of coral from larvae that float freely in the ocean to sedentary adult reef builder adults. A study describing the researchers' findings appeared…
Using Cell Phone GNSS Networks to Monitor Crustal…
Japanese earth science researchers analyzed the potential of a dense Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) network, which is installed at cell phone base stations, to monitor crustal deformation as an early warning indicator of seismic…
An aging Japanese island’s lessons on the future…
A rural art fair’s grassroots-led, mindful, and immersive travel experience embodies a revitalizing tourism approach that a study found has built community resilience, strengthened local identity, and re-energized daily life in a Japanese island village…