Biofertilizers change plants’ natural microbes
Scientists tested how mixtures of plant-growth-promoting bacteria affect the microbial communities of different sunflower varieties for use…
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Ants struggle to protect host plants under rising temperatures
Scientists found that ants under heat stress were less active, which left their host acacia plants vulnerable to herbivores and other…
A humane genomics curriculum to help curb racism
Scientists developed a new genetics curriculum based on humane genomics, which emphasizes how environmental factors and social interactions…
Turning carbon dioxide into fuel with nanostructures
Scientists designed an electrocatalyst infused with bismuth metal that helps convert CO2 to formate, providing a scalable new way to recycle…
Building a ready-made cancer data library
Researchers built a cancer database combining 4 types of molecular data across 32 cancer types to enable consistent use of machine learning…
How do cells merge?
Researchers imaged previously unseen structures that help cell membranes merge without spilling their contents.
A halo of dark matter surrounding our Galaxy
Researchers studied the motions of stars in the outer regions of the Milky Way Galaxy and found that the gravitational field of a long,…
New drug prevents long-term muscle weakness after sepsis
Researchers showed that treating mice with a mitochondria-protecting drug during early sepsis can preserve their muscle strength over time.
Scientists probe plant-based soil cleanup
Researchers tested plant-based soil remediation methods and found that adding beneficial microbes to copper-contaminated soil improved…
Could we find DNA on Mars?
Scientists used a highly sensitive DNA sequencing method to identify microbes from rock samples exposed to radiation levels equivalent to…