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Phys.org / Helping crops survive in saltwater: Mangroves reveal key cellular traits
Rising sea levels along coastlines not only threaten populations, but also pose a danger to agricultural crops, which may be damaged by surging amounts of saltwater. Researchers have, in response, sought to improve salt-tolerance ...
Phys.org / DNA nanostructures get an ionic 'protective suit' for harsh biological environments
DNA nanostructures are exciting new biomedical tools with myriad potential in treatment, diagnosis and disease prevention. Made of folded DNA, these nanostructures are highly programmable and have been used in bioengineering ...
Phys.org / Shining a spotlight on polyploid cells: New tool uncovers spatial patterns of DNA content across tissues
A collaborative effort by the Formosa-Jordan lab from the Max Planck Institute for Plant Breeding Research in Cologne, Germany, the Fox lab from Duke University, U.S., and the Roeder lab from Cornell University, U.S., developed ...
Phys.org / Greenhouse gases projected to sharply increase extreme flooding in Central Himalayas
Rising greenhouse gas emissions could see the size of extreme floods in the Central Himalayas increase by between as much as 73% and 84% by the end of this century.
Phys.org / Novel compound attacks tuberculosis bacteria's ATP synthase, showing promise against drug resistance
Researchers at Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (MLU) have developed a promising new substance for targeting bacteria that cause tuberculosis. The team have produced a compound that inhibits the pathogens' ability ...
Phys.org / Unexpected protein fold links bacteria, viruses, and eukaryotes in DNA management
An investigation into cellular components in bacteria has unexpectedly uncovered a feature with relevance across many life forms, paving the way for diverse research, biotechnical and medical applications.
Phys.org / AI maps gene redundancies to guide crop improvement
As global temperatures rise, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) scientists work to grow stronger, more resilient crops. Yet, this process is challenging. Plants often have several related genes that control desirable traits, ...
Phys.org / Temporary carbon removals can offset methane's short-term warming impact
Carbon removal projects could prove vital in offsetting methane emissions—the second largest contributor to global warming.
Phys.org / Observing ultrafast magnetic domain changes at the nanoscale with soft X-rays
Scientists at the Max Born Institute have developed a new soft X-ray instrument that can reveal dynamics of magnetic domains on nanometer length and picosecond time scales. By bringing capabilities once exclusive to X-ray ...
Phys.org / A sound defense: Noisy pupae puff away potential predators
Insect pupae hiss like snakes for defense. A Kobe University team now reveals the mechanisms, opening the door to further studies involving predator reactions to defensive sounds.
Phys.org / Membrane 'neighborhood' helps transporter protein regulate cell signaling
When a cell receives a message from outside, it generates a molecule called cyclic AMP (cAMP) to relay this message. To ensure the signal reaches the correct effector without triggering pathways accidentally, cAMP levels ...
Phys.org / DNA confirms modern Bo people are descendants of ancient Hanging Coffin culture
In a recent study, researcher Dr. Hui Zhou and his colleagues conducted a genetic analysis of the genomes of individuals associated with the ancient Hanging Coffin tradition in Southeast and Southern Asia. In addition, they ...
