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Taming CRISPR's collateral damage
CRISPR-Cas9 can alter genes at pre-defined sites in specific ways, but it does not always act as planned. An LMU team has now developed a simple method to detect unintended...
Ransomware attack hits international fisheries organization in Halifax
An international fisheries organization based in Halifax that previously had questions raised about its cybersecurity has been hit by a ransomware attack.
Scientists reveal new fundamental principles governing diving in animals
Diving as a lifestyle has evolved many times in the animal kingdom, and the ecology of all diving animals is essentially shaped by how long they can hold their breaths.
Bayern Munich beats Borussia Dortmund to boost lead in Bundesliga
Bayern Munich moved closer to their eighth consecutive Bundesliga title by beating rival Borussia Dortmund 1-0 on Tuesday inside an empty Signal Iduna Park in Dortmund, Germany.
Russell Wilson, Megan Rapinoe, Sue Bird to host remote 2020 ESPYS
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson, soccer star Megan Rapinoe and WNBA standout Sue Bird will host the 2020 ESPY Awards, the network announced Tuesday.
Gimme Shelter podcast: Who should you inform if you live in an apartment complex and catch coronavirus?
If you live in an apartment complex and catch the coronavirus, you should inform people you've been in close contact with.
NHL unveils return to play plan, with several details to be determined
The NHL revealed its plan to return to play. The Kings and Ducks won't be involved; they're among the teams that will move to a modified draft lottery.
Hair salons, barbershops can reopen now, in Stage 3 of Newsom's plan
Gov. Newsom said California barbershops, hair salons, nail salons and other grooming services could reopen under Stage 3 of his reopening plan. Nothing would immediately change in LA County.
Scientists find genes to save ash trees from deadly beetle
Scientists have identified candidate resistance genes that could protect ash trees from the emerald ash borer (EAB), a deadly pest that is expected to kill billions of trees worldwide.
Unique insight into development of the human brain: Model of the early embryonic brain
Stem cell researchers have designed a model of an early embryonic brain. The model will increase our understanding of how the human brain develops and can thereby help to accelerate...
Birds, bees and butter: Biodiversity critical for shea crop in Africa
A new study shows that shea yields are higher in more diverse habitats in sub-Saharan Africa, which has important implications for a crop that is typically harvested and sold by...
Bumblebees speed up flowering
When pollen is in short supply, bumblebees damage plant leaves in a way that accelerates flower production.
Biotechnology: Metal collector made of bacteria
Bacteria, fungi and plants sometimes produce metal-binding substances that can be harnessed, for example for the extraction of raw materials, for their separation, for cleaning soils or for medical purposes....
Triggered by light, a novel way to switch on an enzyme
In living cells, enzymes drive biochemical metabolic processes. It is this very ability which allows them to be used as catalysts in biotechnology, for example to create chemical products such...
Ancient genomes reveal 7,000 years of demographic history in France
According to new genomic analysis, France was populated by a pair of ancient migrations: the first during the Neolithic period, roughly 6,300 years ago, and the second during the Bronze...
Dow Jones surges 529 points as NYSE reopens trading floor
The New York Stock Exchange floor reopened Tuesday to surging U.S. stocks after being closed for a little more than two months due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Nanodevices show how cells change with time, by tracking from the inside
For the first time, scientists have introduced minuscule tracking devices directly into the interior of mammalian cells, giving an unprecedented peek into the processes that govern the beginning of development.
Can e-learning help stem the threat of invasive alien species such as Japanese Knotweed?
E-learning could be a crucial tool in the biosecurity fight against invasive alien species such as Japanese Knotweed, Zebra Mussels and Signal Crayfish according to a new study published in...
Problems with alcohol? 29 gene variants may explain why
A genome-wide analysis of more than 435,000 people has identified 29 genetic variants linked to problematic drinking, researchers at Yale University School of Medicine and colleagues report May 25 in...
Can e-learning help stem the threat of invasive alien species such as Japanese Knotweed?
E-learning could be a crucial tool in the biosecurity fight against invasive alien species such as Japanese Knotweed, Zebra Mussels and Signal Crayfish according to a new study.
How a protein can inhibit cancer development in mice
In a new study, researchers have discovered how the protein PP2A can inhibit tumor growth in mice. The protein turns off an enzyme that stimulates cell growth, thus inhibiting the...
Chromosomal speciation in wild house mice
A new look into the genomes of natural populations of the common house mice by a team of researchers suggests that large-scale chromosomal rearrangements play an important role in speciation.
Immune molecule's complex role in Huntington's disease
Knocking out the immune cytokine IL-6 exacerbates symptoms in HD model mice and affects neural connection genes, a new study finds.
Feinstein cleared by Justice Department for husband's stock trades
The Justice Department on Tuesday informed Sen. Dianne Feinstein that she was not a target of any investigation into stock trades.
Similar to humans, chimpanzees develop slowly
Researchers have systematically investigated developmental milestones in wild chimpanzees of the Taï National Park (Ivory Coast) and found that they develop slowly, requiring more than five years to reach key...
Nanodevices show how cells change with time, by tracking from the inside
For the first time, scientists have introduced minuscule tracking devices directly into the interior of mammalian cells, giving an unprecedented peek into the processes that govern the beginning of development.
Hair salons, barbershops can reopen now, in Stage 3 of Newsom's plan
Gov. Newsom said California barbershops, hair salons, nail salons and other personal grooming services could reopen under Stage 3 of his reopening plan.
Territorial aggression between bird species more common than thought
Territorial aggression between different species was thought to be rare, but new research suggests the behavior is surprisingly common among perching birds, a group that includes songbirds and their closest...