Scientists Uncover Brain Signals for Good Memory Performance
Individuals exhibit substantial variations in their memory capabilities. A study by the University of Basel has now identified a connection between specific brain signals and…
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The University of Basel is a public research university located in Basel, Switzerland. It is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Switzerland, with a history dating back to the 15th century. The university is known for its strong focus on research, particularly in the fields of life sciences, medicine, and the humanities.
The University of Basel is a member of the League of European Research Universities and has partnerships with universities and research institutions around the world. It is home to numerous research centers and institutes, including the Biozentrum, the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute, and the Department of Physics.
Here on SciTechDaily.com, readers can find the latest news and breakthroughs in research conducted by Basel scientists and researchers. You’ll find articles about advancements in medical research, insights into the workings of the human brain, the latest developments in physics and materials science, and much more.
Scientists Reveal: At Which Age Are We at Our Happiest?
An analysis of more than 400 samples sheds light on the progression of subjective well-being throughout a person’s life. When do people reach their peak…
Chromium’s Rise: Game Changer in Replacing Rare and Expensive Noble Metals
Expensive noble metals often play a vital role in illuminating screens or converting solar energy into fuels. Now, chemists at the University of Basel have…
Approaching Absolute Zero: Scientists Use Lasers To Cool Small Membrane
Researchers from the University of Basel have developed a new technique that successfully cooled a small membrane down to temperatures close to absolute zero using…
Not So Rare After All: Unveiling the True Prevalence of “Rare” Diseases
Rare diseases are often caused by defects in genetic material. Children who inherit a single faulty gene from one parent are typically asymptomatic “carriers” –…
Unraveling the Mysteries of Human Tissue: A Comprehensive Atlas
Which types of cells can be located in various human tissues, and where? Which genes show activity in these individual cells, and which proteins can…
Luminous Molecules – A New Concept in Synthesis
Twisted molecules play an important role in the development of organic light-emitting diodes. A team of chemists has managed to create these compounds with exactly…
How Our Cells Kill Themselves – Scientists Decode the Exact Mechanism at the Atomic Level
In our bodies, millions of cells meet their end on a daily basis. Contrary to popular belief, cells don’t just explode when they die. Instead,…
Microsoft’s Quantum Breakthrough – Were They Wrong?
In March 2022, Microsoft announced research findings concerning the manifestation of a unique particle that could potentially be utilized for crafting notably durable quantum bits….
Dietary Supplement Could Improve Breast Cancer Treatment
Many cancer treatments often fail to achieve the desired outcomes. A common reason for this is that tumors can develop resistance to cancer medications. One…
Scientists Discover a Simple Way To Reduce Feelings of Guilt
Guilt is an unpleasant and overwhelming emotion, but researchers at the University of Basel have demonstrated that placebos can effectively reduce feelings of guilt, even…
Surprising Discovery: Graphene on Platinum Surfaces Seemingly Defies Coulomb’s Law
Researchers from Basel and Tel Aviv discovered that friction varies with speed in specific graphene structures on platinum surfaces, defying Coulomb’s law which states that…
Mucus Molecules Could Prevent Cholera
Utilizing these protective molecules could potentially provide a new approach to managing the illness, which is transmitted through contaminated water. Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute…
Scientists Are One Step Closer to Understanding Sudden Cardiac Death
Arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy, a heart disease that particularly affects young athletes, can result in sudden death. The University of Basel has recently genetically modified mice that develop…
Researchers Turn Cancer Cells Into Less Harmful Cell Types
Cancer cells are incredibly adaptable, much like stem cells. Researchers from the University of Basel have discovered substances that artificially mature breast cancer cells of…
Superconductivity Breakthrough: Spin Correlation Between Paired Electrons Demonstrated for First Time
For the first time, physicists have experimentally demonstrated that there is a negative correlation between the two spins of an entangled pair of electrons from…
New Antibiotic Kills Dangerous and Resistant Bacteria
A new antibiotic that can fight against resistant bacteria. Antibiotics were long thought to be a miracle cure for bacterial infections. However, many pathogens have evolved…
Neuroscientists Discover New Function of the Cerebellum: Emotional Memory
The cerebellum is known primarily for the regulation of movement. Scientists at the University of Basel have now discovered that the cerebellum also plays an…
