Bacteria made of mirror molecules could evade the immune system and outcompete native species, but strategies put in place now could prevent this outcome. Summary Scientists are exploring the possibility of creating synthetic life using Read More
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A paper in Molecular Biology and Evolution finds that the relatively high rate of autism-spectrum disorders in humans is likely due to how humans evolved in the past. The paper is titled “A general principle Read More
The color-correcting tool called “SeaSplat” shows underwater features in colors that appear more true to life. The ocean is filled with life, yet much of it remains hidden unless observed at very close range. Water Read More
Bright children from poorer backgrounds are twice as likely to be admitted to hospital with mental health problems than high-achievers with affluent upbringings. Summary Children from disadvantaged backgrounds who excel academically face a significantly higher Read More
Researchers used six different methods for their calculations and arrived at the same conclusion. The future trajectory of life expectancy remains a subject of considerable debate among scientists. At the start of the 20th century, Read More
Watching how accessory proteins regulate filament growth in real time
Using optical tweezers, researchers at National Taiwan University have observed individual binding events in real time, offering new insights into the molecular regulation of homologous recombination. Summary Researchers at National Taiwan University have utilized optical Read More
In Brazil, a group led by researchers from São Paulo State University (UNESP) in Jaboticabal, in collaboration with the Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (EMBRAPA), has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) tool to assess the Read More
Reproductive flexibility in sharks and rays complicates conservation predictions –
Sharks, skates and rays adapt their growth and reproduction to changing food availability, a new study reveals. Summary A new study demonstrates that sharks, skates, and rays, collectively known as elasmobranchs, exhibit remarkable adaptability in Read More
Arctic communities face rapid changes in technology and transportation –
For the Sami people of northern Norway, the post-World War II era marked the beginning of significant technological change. Summary Following World War II, the Sami people of northern Norway experienced rapid technological advancements. This Read More
Large companies in the EU are legally required to report their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Yet pulling this information manually from long PDF sustainability reports is slow and error-prone. Many teams try to speed up Read More