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Technologies for protein production: New ways to feed the world's population
Proteins form an essential part of human nutrition. The most common sources are meat, animal products such as milk and eggs, and even plants. Production, especially via animal husbandry, demands immense resources and...
New species of seaweed and algae discovered
Researchers, including those at the Natural History Museum in London, have discovered a new species of seaweed Calidia pseudolobata as well as four new genera of red algae from the...
Staying ahead of antibiotic resistance: Protein structure research paves the way for more efficient treatment
The recent coronavirus pandemic shows just how quickly a deadly pathogen can sweep across the globe, killing tens of thousands in the U.S. and disrupting daily life for millions more...
Study finds that aging neurons accumulate DNA damage
MIT neuroscientists have discovered that an enzyme called HDAC1 is critical for repairing age-related DNA damage to genes involved in memory and other cognitive functions. This enzyme is often diminished in both Alzheimer’s...
Analysis of bird species reveals how wings adapted to their environment and behavior
Bird wings adapted for long-distance flight are linked to their environment and behavior, according to new research on an extensive database of wing measurements.
DNA in fish feces reveals which species eat crown-of-thorns starfish
Genetic analysis of fish feces suggests crown-of-thorns starfish are a surprisingly popular menu item.
Analysis of bird species reveals how wings adapted to their environment and behavior
Bird wings adapted for long-distance flight are linked to their environment and behaviour, according to new research on an extensive database of wing measurements, led by the University of Bristol.
Fish feces reveals which species eat crown-of-thorns
Crown-of-thorns starfish are on the menu for many more fish species than previously suspected, an investigation using fish poo and gut goo reveals.
Mussel reefs heighten risk of microplastic exposure and consumption
Commercially important seafood species are at greater risk of microplastic contamination depending how they clump together in the marine environment, new research suggests.
Iowa farm group restoring habitat for bees, fish
An Iowa farm group plans to convert several acres of unused agricultural land to habitat for endangered native bees and fish in the coming years.
Lack of insects in cities limits breeding success of urban birds
Urban insect populations would need to increase by a factor of at least 2.5 for urban great tits to have same breeding success as those living in forests according to...
Eavesdropping crickets drop from the sky to evade capture by bats
Researchers have uncovered the highly efficient strategy used by a group of crickets to distinguish the calls of predatory bats from the incessant noises of the nocturnal jungle. The findings,...
Four-star QB Dematrius Davis commits to Auburn over LSU, Virginia Tech
Dematrius Davis, one of the top dual-threat quarterbacks in the 2021 class, announced Sunday that he has committed to Auburn.
Coronavirus vaccine within a year is 'far from a sure thing,' expert warns
A coronavirus vaccine by winter would require everything 'to break in the right way,' a leading expert says.
Nature: Sharks in Fiji
"Sunday Morning" takes us to Beqa Lagoon in Fiji, where sharks are enjoying a quick bite. Videographer: Ziggy Livnat.
Oklahoma: Latest updates on Coronavirus
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Pennsylvania: Latest updates on Coronavirus
Here's a look at the number of coronavirus cases in Pennsylvania and the latest news about the COVID-19 outbreak.
Timothy Olyphant, Katee Sackhoff join 'Mandalorian' ensemble
Timothy Olyphant and Katee Sackhoff have joined the Season 2 cast for "The Mandalorian" on Disney+.
Why 'No Mow May' could be a boon for Toronto's bumble bee populations
Like the hair on our heads during coronavirus lockdowns, conservationists are encouraging people to let their lawns grow a little wilder than usual this month.
Meet the baby orangutans learning to climb trees
Baby orangutans are learning new skills from their human surrogate parents.
Filmmaker Lynn Shelton dead at 54
Director Lynn Shelton, known for the films "Humpday" and "Your Sister's Sister," as well as directing a number of acclaimed television shows, died Friday of a blood disorder. She was...
Ocean 'breathability' key to past, future habitat of West Coast marine species
Ocean breathability, which combines the oxygen levels, a species' oxygen needs and the water temperature, matches the shifts in northern anchovy populations from the 1950s to today. Under climate change,...
Mouse and human eye movements share important similarity
Scientists have used a lightweight eye-tracking system composed of miniature video cameras and motion sensors to record head and eye movements in mice without restricting movement or behavior. Measurements were...
New research into stem cell mutations could improve regenerative medicine
Research has given new insight into the cause of mutations in pluripotent stem cells and potential ways of stopping these mutations from occurring.
Designing vaccines from artificial proteins
Scientists have developed a new computational approach to create artificial proteins, which showed promising results in vivo as functional vaccines. This approach opens the possibility to engineer safer and more...
Saving livestock by thinking like a predator
Humans have struggled to reduce the loss of livestock to carnivores for thousands of years, and yet, solutions remain elusive. According to a new study, solving this ancient puzzle requires...
Genetic origins of hybrid dysfunction
Evolutionary biologists studying populations of hybrid fish have found two genes that contribute to melanoma - only the second time people have identified specific genes associated with dysfunction in hybrid...
Retinal texture could provide early biomarker of Alzheimer's disease
Biomedical engineers have devised a new imaging device capable of measuring both the thickness and texture of the various layers of the retina. The advance could be used to detect...