The nucleus of each of our cells has transport machines called nuclear pore complexes that decide what moves in and out. The Rockefeller University Newswire reports the newest understanding of how the nuclear pores work in these two articles:.
12.24.08, Structural study backs new model for the nuclear pore complex (source of the above Core pore image and text)
01.06.09, Researchers construct a device that mimics one of nature’s key transport machines
These reports are pure gold in the science resources swampiness as we transition from the analog print days to a fully open content future. For now, printed textbooks will not yet have the latest updates on new understanding of the pores. Many scientific journals are still barriered by expensive subscriptions and fees. These reports are excellent resources for school science or independent researchers. They capture the connected future of open learning content by:
Being findable small pieces, with their own connectible urls
Having authority direct from the scientists doing the work
Containing explanations of the science
Presenting the most up-to-date knowledge for their subject
