Tasting light: New type of photoreceptor is 50 times more efficient than the human eye
The new receptor protein has unusual characteristics that suggest potential future applications ranging from sunscreen to scientific research tools.
Good in small doses: Damaging chemicals may benefit brain, too
How chemicals that cause damaging oxidation to the nervous system may actually improve sensory function at low doses
An unexpected role for TMC proteins in alkaline sensing
An LSI study identified a new type of alkaline sensor in nematodes.