Scientists discovered that Antarctica’s ice sheet became dramatically more climate-sensitive after crossing a critical threshold…
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The Institute for Basic Science (IBS) is a South Korean scientific research organization founded in 2011 to promote advanced fundamental research in the sciences. The institute operates with the aim of conducting cutting-edge research in basic science fields such as physics, chemistry, mathematics, and life sciences. IBS supports research centers across South Korea, each focused on specific scientific areas or projects, led by distinguished scientists and researchers. These centers are hubs for innovation and collaboration, attracting top-tier researchers from around the globe. IBS not only fosters a collaborative research environment but also provides state-of-the-art facilities and substantial funding to undertake long-term, high-impact research projects. The institute’s goal is to enhance South Korea’s research capabilities and contribute to global scientific advancements and technological innovation.
A newly discovered molecule disrupts cancer cells’ ability to repair DNA by triggering the breakdown…
Researchers identify an “Island of Inversion” in proton-neutron symmetric nuclei for the first time. For…
Climate simulations reveal that Day Zero Drought conditions are approaching rapidly worldwide, putting vast populations…
Scientists predict that global warming could make El Niño far more powerful and consistent than…
Excessive levels of GABA released by astrocytes impair the brain’s ability to extinguish fear responses…
The IBS-Yonsei research team introduces a novel Lp-Convolution method at ICLR 2025. A team of…
SIRT2, an enzyme previously overlooked in astrocytic GABA production, may be crucial for distinguishing the…
What would happen if a 500-meter asteroid hit Earth? Scientists at the IBS Center for…
A new study shows that lakes worldwide will face unprecedented warming by the end of…
A new quantum sensor developed by researchers from Korea and Germany can measure magnetic fields…
Scientists have created a new liquid metal alloy system for producing diamonds under moderate conditions.…
Sensory hypersensitivity in mice with Grin2b mutations is associated with hyperactivity in the anterior cingulate…
Intrinsically stretchable quantum dot-based light-emitting diodes achieved record-breaking performance. A team of South Korean scientists…
Researchers have unlocked the method by which trabectedin circumvents the DNA repair mechanisms of cancer…
Patterned low-intensity, low-frequency ultrasound (LILFUS) offers a safe and effective method for controlling brain functions.…
The “spin-nematic phase,” a magnetic analog of liquid crystal, has been observed for the first…
Researchers have discovered that AI memory consolidation processes resemble those in the human brain, specifically…