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Physicists in Germany have developed a novel technique for trapping biological cells with a laser beam. Using this technique, the researchers obtained super-resolution images of chromosomal DNA within E. coli cells. Picture of the distribution of the genetic information in an E. coli cell. Image credit: University of Bielefeld. “One …

Photo: Twenty20 You know that success in shedding weight is all about personal motivation and commitment. So it’s probably no surprise that declaring “I’m trying to lose weight” sounds like a floppy half-cooked strand of fettuccine rather than a backbone of intention. “The attitude we have when we approach this …

Photo: Twenty20 Whipping up a Thanksgiving feast is no easy feat — but taking the time to make your stuffing from scratch might just be worth it (despite the extra dishes). That’s because the store-bought options staring back at you from the grocery shelf might contain some questionable ingredients, according to …