Scientists have successfully developed a new technique to reliably grow crystals of organic soluble molecules from nanoscale droplets, unlocking the potential of accelerated new drug development.

Prof. ZHONG Zhicheng's team at the Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering has investigated the electronic structure of the recently discovered nickelate superconductors NdNiO₂. They successfully explained the experimental difficulties in synthesizing superconducting nickelates, in cooperation with Prof. Karsten Held at Vienna University of Technology.

A two-week course of antiviral therapy with interferon beta-1b plus lopinavir-ritonavir and ribavirin, started within 7 days of showing COVID-19 symptoms, is safe and more effective at reducing the duration of viral shedding than lopinavir-ritonavir alone in patients with mild to moderate illness, according to the first randomized trial of this triple combination therapy involving 127 adults (aged 18 and older) from six public hospitals in Hong Kong.

The most extensive system of haze layers ever observed in the solar system have been discovered and characterised on the planet Saturn.

Researchers at the Medical University of South Carolina show in a new report that the RNA interference machinery, normally thought to reside in the nucleus or cytoplasm, predominantly localizes to these apical junctions and influences cell biology in the colon. Interestingly, in colon tumors, this localization is dysregulated and may shift the balance of RNAs to promote tumorigenesis.

As interest in the application of plasma medicine -- the use of low-temperature plasma (LTP) created by an electrical discharge to address medical problems -- continues to grow, so does the need for research advancements proving its capabilities and potential impacts on the health care industry. Across the world, many research groups are investigating plasma medicine for applications including cancer treatment and the accelerated healing of chronic wounds, among others.

Researchers know the secret to geckos' ability to walk on the ceiling: their hairy toes. But how do they use their five toes per foot to adjust to gravity when running horizontally along walls. At UC Berkeley, biologists used high-speed cameras to record how geckos orient their toes with shifting weight, especially when encountering slippery or rough patches, and found a remarkable ability to adjust toe orientation to stick and peel while running full speed.

Researchers have used a microbiome 'fingerprint' method to report that an individualized mosaic of microbial strains is transmitted to the infant gut microbiome from a mother giving birth through vaginal delivery. They detailed this transmission by analyzing existing metagenomic databases of fecal samples from mother-infant pairs, as well as analyzing mouse dam and pup transmission in a germ-free, or gnotobiotic, mouse model, where the dams were inoculated with human fecal microbes.

Although the clinical symptoms of SARS, H1N1, MERS, EVALI, and COVID-19 may be nonspecific, some characteristic imaging findings are emerging, says the American Journal of Roentgenology (AJR). Careful evaluation of the distribution, lung zone preference, and symmetry of the abnormalities with an eye for a few unique differentiating imaging features can allow radiologists to offer a narrower differential diagnosis in pediatric patients, leading to optimal patient care.

The update comes after Prime Minister Boris Johnson confirmed he would set out a lockdown exit strategy on Sunday.

ITV News has seen correspondence from Debenhams’ administrator to Bangladeshi suppliers demanding a 90% discount on garments orders.

One hospice ITV News spoke to is three days away from running out of protective gowns needed to treat patients with coronavirus.

Florian Schneider, co-founder of the pioneering electronic music group Kraftwerk, has died at the age of 73.

Mila Sneddon hasn't seen her father in seven weeks in order to keep her safe during coronavirus lockdown.

The officer’s injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.

Arrows fired from longbows could penetrate right through the human skull creating small entry and large exit wounds.

Survey finds people are appreciating their local parks, countryside and green belt more.

The oil on canvas painting is entitled The Enduring Sweetheart.

Characters created by Axel Scheffler from his popular books with Julia Donaldson are on the cover.

One in twenty businesses said they would be unable to viably operate as long as social distances measures are still enforced.

Zara Anne Radcliffe, 29, will appear in court accused of murdering 88-year-old John Rees and the attempted murder of three others.

While the Government’s aim is to return things to normal as far as possible, it is likely that some measures will remain in place.

He will receive nearly 1.69 million stock options priced at 350.02 dollars (£285).

A shipment of 400,000 gowns from Turkey which was part of a delayed consignment of PPE has been impounded after falling short of standards.

The two firms have announced plans to bring together their mobile, broadband and pay-TV services.

Lockdown restrictions are set to be eased - Tom Clarke shares his reservations on the idea.

The care home where she worked says they no longer needed the help of the UK’s youngest parliamentarian.

Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon says the lockdown period in the country should be extended.

Notting Hill Carnival has been cancelled for the first time ever because of the ongoing coronavirus crisis.

The government will move with "maximum caution" when lifting coronavirus lockdown restrictions in England, Number 10 has said.

Dominic Raab announced the latest figures during the daily briefing.

As part of the study, samples of blood, saliva and nasal swabs from healthcare workers in a bid to answer key questions about the virus.

Number 10 said the government will move with "maximum caution" when lifting restrictions in England, but some are worried.

Le Temps newspaper says the chalet was bought in 2014.

RAC data shows that drivers clocked up 23% more miles per day last week compared with four weeks earlier.

The report stated that the groups identified are not an exhaustive list of essential employees.

A new survey by GfK found there was a slight overall improvement in mood but fears for the future remain.

It is hoped the development will accelerate the search for promising new drug targets and treatments.

Citizens Advice claims cancer patients are among those having to go to work despite being eligible for the job retention scheme.

The marking of Victory in Europe and the coronavirus lead the Friday papers.

Nightingale pioneered many of the practices carried out today, such as maintaining good hygiene and regularly washing hands

The monarch will speak to the nation on Friday to mark 75 years since VE Day.

The arrests followed the release of a video of the February incident which sparked national outcry.

Resist the urge to sunbath and socialise despite hints from the PM lockdown might be eased soon, Dominic Raab said.

Welsh ministers understood to have agreed only 'cautious' changes to lockdown restrictions here in Wales

Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden said the government was also prepared to row back from easing restrictions if ‘things…get out of control’.

Exercise will be permitted more than once a day but only if it begins and ends at home.

Warm sunny spells and scattered showers today and tomorrow.

The First Minister of Scotland said the lockdown would continue in Scotland.

It comes as a six-week-old baby was among the 332 deaths announced by NHS England.