New Study Links Gut Vitamin B Deficiency to Parkinson’s Disease
Nagoya University researchers found that deficiencies in gut bacteria genes for vitamins B2 and B7 are linked to Parkinson’s disease, suggesting that B vitamin supplementation…
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Nagoya University, located in Nagoya, Japan, is a prestigious public research university known for its strong emphasis on research and education in science, technology, and the humanities. Founded in 1939 as the last Imperial University of Japan, it has grown into an institution renowned for its contributions to the academic and scientific communities, including significant achievements like the discovery of the element rhenium and pioneering work in semiconductor research. Nagoya University boasts several Nobel laureates among its alumni and faculty, reflecting its leading role in global research and innovation. The university is committed to fostering a creative and challenging academic environment that encourages freedom of thought and pioneering research that contributes to the well-being of society.
The Secret to Longer Life? Scientists Uncover Unexpected Health Benefits of Eating Small Fish
In Japan, people habitually eat small fish, such as whitebait, Atlantic capelin, Japanese smelt, and small dried sardines. Notably, it is common practice to consume…
“True Gift of Nature” – Discovery of Unique New Superlattice Unveils New Semiconductor Doping Mechanism
New research has discovered a new superlattice structure in gallium nitride (GaN) using magnesium (Mg), promising advancements in semiconductor performance. A new study has revealed…
Revolutionary Rover Tech Tames Extreme Moon Temperatures
A team from Nagoya University invented a heat-switch device for lunar rovers to withstand the Moon’s extreme temperatures. The technology optimizes thermal control, alternating between…
The Love Life of Plants: How Female Flowers Pick Their Perfect Match
In a new study, published in EMBO Reports, researchers explore the selective attraction and repulsion mechanisms in Arabidopsis plants during reproduction. Using a novel microscopic…
New Study Unveils Serotonin’s Key Role in Fertility and Depression
Scientists have clarified the connection between energy levels and fertility in both animals and humans. The researchers, from Nagoya University in Japan, discovered that signaling…
Ancient Glow: Scientists Discover 540 Million-Year-Old Bioluminescent Corals
An international team of researchers, led by Danielle DeLeo from the Smithsonian Institution, has identified eight organisms with previously unknown luminosity. Using genetic findings from…
New Research Suggests That Cutting Exposure to Common Chemicals Could Slow Aging
Researchers at Nagoya University in Japan have discovered that aldehydes are metabolic byproducts associated with premature aging. Published in Nature Cell Biology, their findings reveal…
Japanese Researchers Discover Simple Trick to Reduce Anger
A research group in Japan has discovered that writing down one’s reaction to a negative incident on a piece of paper and then shredding it…
Scientists Discover Hidden Biological Culprit Responsible for Middle-Aged Obesity
Researchers at Nagoya University and their colleagues in Japan have discovered that obesity in middle age is due to age-related alterations in the form of…
Lightweight, Efficient, Durable: The Triple Promise of FIDO Solar Cells
A novel material called fullerene indanones (FIDO) has been created by a Japanese research team, offering improved durability and efficiency for next-generation solar cells, with…
One-Pot Wonder: The New Nanosheet Method Catalyzing a Green Energy Revolution
A team from the Institute for Future Materials and Systems at Nagoya University, Japan, has innovated a new “one-pot” technique for creating nanosheets using less…
Beyond Flint and Fire: The True Story of Stone Age Innovators
Contrary to previous beliefs, significant advancements in stone tool technology emerged after, not before, Homo sapiens spread across Eurasia, marking a complex evolutionary journey. A…
AI-Driven Discovery: Mysteries of Polycrystalline Materials Unraveled
Scientists at Nagoya University in Japan have used artificial intelligence to discover a new method for understanding small defects called dislocations in polycrystalline materials, materials…
860 Volts of Surprise: Uncovering the Strange Genetic Impact of Electric Eels
Electric eels can naturally alter the genetics of nearby organisms, a discovery by Nagoya University researchers that highlights the role of natural electricity in genetic…
Unearthing Ancient Wisdom: The Unexpected Technical Skills of Early Human Toolmakers
A team from the Nagoya University Museum and Graduate School of Environmental Studies in Japan has shed light on the varying physical properties of rocks…
A Solar Superstorm Struck Earth 150 Years Ago – Now, New Research Reveals That They Are Much More Common Than We Thought
In November this year, the northern lights were seen unusually far south, in locations like Italy and Texas. This was due to the effects of…
Crystal Clear AI: Revolutionizing the Future of Electronics Manufacturing
Japanese researchers have developed an AI that quickly predicts crystal orientations in industrial materials, paving the way for more efficient use of polycrystalline components in…