12 December 2007
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.
Sexually transmitted diseases: High-risk behaviour on the Internet
Homosexual men in China who seek sexual partners both on the Internet and in venues that traditionally attract homosexuals are at the highest risk of HIV transmission
Soil erosion: Microbes keep it together
An aerodynamic study of desert soil describes the complex role that microbes play in preventing soil erosion
Seed dispersal: Size does matter
The dietary preferences of rodents have an interesting effect on seed dispersal
Energy storage: Pore variety is the key
Hierarchical porous graphitic carbon exhibits electrical properties that are superior to porous carbon materials for making electrochemical capacitor electrodes
Biological nanotubes: Putting viruses into shape
Scientists have discovered a way to turn viruses into biologically compatible nanotubes that are over several micrometres long
Neurotransmission: Pick a worm's brain
Scientists in China have developed methods for evaluating different stages of neurotransmission in roundworms
