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Open Science DB is a mission-driven database led by students in life sciences and engineering. ​We aim to make federally-funded research more accessible to the public by
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​Basic Research: Explore the latest academic breakthroughs that advance scientific theories and our understanding of nature. Climate research, ecology, geology, chemistry, physical sciences, and more! 

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★ Featured Scientific Studies

Medical Science
A mutation linked to Autism Spectrum Disorder was found to affect the cerebellums of male and female mice differently. From Northwestern University. Published in eLife, 2016.   > Read more
An antibody combined with antiretroviral therapy yields improved treatment outcomes in monkeys infected with HIV (SIV). From Oregon Health and Science University. Published in Nature Medicine, 2016. > Read more
Basic Science
Usage of quadrivalent influenza vaccine among children in the United States. From CDC research. Published in Vaccine, 2015.  > Read more
Evaluation of the shoreline sediment (sand and pebble) size distribution along the southern coast of Lake Michigan. From Indiana University and NPS. Published in Environmental Management, 2016. >Read More
A study found that the H5N2 strain spread and killed more turkeys than other strains for two main reasons. From USDA research. Published in BMC Vet Research, 2016. >Read More
Inspired by plants, a study develops a way to convert the sun’s rays into fuel for us to use every day. From Northwestern University. Published in Journal of American Chemical Society, 2017. >Read More

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  • Research Database
    • Basic Research DB
    • Medical Research DB
    • Engineering DB
  • About us
    • Our Story
    • How It Works
    • Leadership
    • Q&A
    • Contact us
  • How to Participate
    • Guideline for Researchers
    • Guideline for Editors
  • Forum
  • Tech Transfer