Researchers have made a significant breakthrough towards creating a nuclear clock by accurately measuring the light frequency required to excite thorium nuclei to a higher energy state. This advancement indicates that, unlike current atomic clocks, which rely on electronic transitions, nuclear clocks would utilize the energy transitions of protons and neutrons. This difference could allow nuclear clocks to be more robust and precise, potentially offering insights into fundamental forces within atomic nuclei that are currently poorly understood.
Following spinal injury, immune cells trigger responses that can both help and impede recovery. Researchers have harnessed specific T cells to mitigate damage from spinal injuries in mice by refining the inflammatory response, leading to quicker recovery. This immunotherapy holds promise for human application, focusing on how targeted immune modulation can facilitate healing while minimizing harmful effects associated with the body's natural response to injury.
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