21 May 2008
Nature China highlights the best research coming out of Mainland China and Hong Kong, providing scientists from around the world with a convenient portal into publications drawn from across all scientific disciplines.
Electrochemical DNA sensors: Turn on the signal
Hairpin-shaped DNA fragments and enzymes together make a highly sensitive and selective electrochemical DNA sensor
AIDS treatment: The winning count
The Vγ2Vδ2 T-cell count might determine the outcome in the battle against HIV progression
Plant growth: Shaken, not soaked
High wind may inhibit plant growth irrespective of rain availability
Genetics: Productivity booster
Researchers have identified a gene that is important for regulating traits associated with rice productivity
Quantum entanglement: Six at a time
The physical observation of six-photon entanglement could open new doors for quantum computing
Gamma-ray burst: Dust sees the light
Afterglow spectra reveal the nature and composition of dust grains in host galaxies of gamma-ray bursts
