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August 26, 2010 What does it mean to be an ant? Genome sequences offer clues on how to be a queen and live a long life. August 23, 2010 Geoengineering won't curb sea-level rise Space mirrors and 'volcanic' blasts are not an easy fix for the rise in sea levels. August 18, 2010 How an 1,800-year-old herbal mix heals the gut An ancient Chinese medicine might ease side effects of cancer treatments. August 15, 2010 Nickel allergy tracked to a single receptor Molecular pathway reveals why allergen triggers reaction in humans but not in mice. August 11, 2010 Teragrid machine prepares to crunch ornithologists' data. Europe's largest berry bank faces closure A Russian court ruling favours housing over plant diversity. August 3, 2010 Census of marine life released New species are continually emerging from the ocean depths, comprehensive record of biodiversity reveals. July 30, 2010 Photosynthetic algae have been found inside the cells of a vertebrate for the first time. July 28, 2010 Ocean greenery under warming stress A century of phytoplankton decline suggests that ocean ecosystems are in peril. July 22, 2010 Forensic science braces for change FBI laboratory chief is optimistic despite severe criticism and challenges ahead. July 20, 2010 A survey of the cognitive benefits of music makes a valid case for its educational importance. But that's not the best reason to teach all children music, says Philip Ball. July 15, 2010 Breath of fresh air for brain 'glue' cells Astrocytes may have an important role in regulating breathing. July 14, 2010 The gut's 'friendly' viruses revealed DNA sequencing reveals a new world of bacterial viruses in our intestines. The lost legacy of the last great oil spill Some ecosystems bounced back after the 1979 Ixtoc I oil spill, but research quickly withered. July 2, 2010 The great turtle-egg evacuation A generation of sea turtles in the Gulf of Mexico is to be lifted out of the oil spill's way. June 28, 2010 Programmable sheet puckers up spontaneously into an aeroplane or a boat. June 24, 2010 Implanted tissue and microchip mimic both perform functions of lung. Oil-spill health risks under scrutiny Scientists call for more research to monitor effects of oil exposure. June 23, 2010 Four-legged creatures may have gained a foothold by ditching genes guiding fin development. June 15, 2010 Mosquito spray affects bird reproduction House martin numbers hit by 'environmentally friendly' insect control. Diseased cells fail to win approval Consent form signed by clinic's donors falls short of 'high ethical standards' set by the NIH. Intensive farming may ease climate change Land saved from cultivation offsets carbon emissions. June 10, 2010 Timing is everything for sharks that smell in stereo Sharks sniff out their prey using the timing of scents, not concentration. May 27, 2010 Key to psychological disorder may lie in the immune system Bone-marrow transplants cure obsessive-compulsive behaviour in mice. May 26, 2010 The metabolic secrets of good runners Chemical changes in runners linked to physical fitness. Synthetic genome resets biotech goals The assembly of a genome that can 'reboot' cells of a closely related species is one step in a much longer path. May 25, 2010 Flood of oil, drought of research Scientists frustrated as questions about the Gulf of Mexico oil spill go unanswered. May 24, 2010 Dinosaurs' dental samples could reveal details of body temperature. Claims of 'synthetic life' reflect only our changing conception of what life is and how it might be made, says Philip Ball. May 20, 2010 Sizing up the 'synthetic cell' asked eight experts about the implications of the J. Craig Venter Institute's latest creation. May 13, 2010 GM crop use makes minor pests major problem Pesticide use rising as Chinese farmers fight insects thriving on transgenic crop. May 11, 2010 Gravity-defying ramps take illusion prize Vision scientists award 'Oscar of perception' to Japanese mathematician. May 10, 2010 Whipping up a little natural selection Manipulated islands reveal secrets of lizard adaptation. Genomics goes beyond DNA sequence A technology that simultaneously reads a DNA sequence and its crucial modifications makes its debut. May 5, 2010 Well-trained immune cells keep HIV in check Differences in T-cell development may explain why some infected people do not develop AIDS. May 3, 2010 Mosquitoes inherit DEET resistance Genetic trait explains how some insects are unaffected by powerful repellent. Ecologists brace for oil spill damage Deepwater Horizon disaster looms over the Gulf coast, and beyond. April 29, 2010 Frogs and humans are kissing cousins Gene order of shows surprising similarity to that of mammals. April 27, 2010 Oil spill endangers fragile marshland Clean-up efforts begin after oil explosion in the Gulf of Mexico. April 25, 2010 An oceanic 'fast-lane' for climate change A deep-sea current moves millions of cubic metres of water northward every second. April 20, 2010 Computerized mental workouts don't boost mental skills, study claims. April 18, 2010 Worldwide census ups diversity estimates for marine microbes one-hundred-fold. April 9, 2010 Dallas stadium demolition a boon to science American football's loss may be seismologists' gain. April 7, 2010 Airborne pigeons obey the pecking order During flight, pigeons in a flock follow the leader. A genetic gift for sushi-eaters Seaweed-rich diet leaves its mark on gut microbes. March 31, 2010 Lights, camera, action for cells Time-lapse films reveal the functions of human genes. March 24, 2010 Methane-eating microbes make their own oxygen Bacteria may have survived on Earth without plants, thanks to unique metabolism. March 22, 2010 Bizarre models for human diseases Plants shed light on disfigured faces, and yeast and blood vessels find common ground. Worries over electronic waste from the developing world Millions of computers heading for unregulated recyclers could poison water and soil. March 21, 2010 Purifying the sea one drop at a time Microfluidic channels offer promise of cheap, portable desalination. March 10, 2010 Chicken's split sex identity revealed Half-male, half-female fowl explain sex determination. Sequencing of families' genomes offers insights into rare genetic diseases. March 8, 2010 Shellfish could supplant tree-ring climate data Temperature records gleaned from clamshells reveal accuracy of Norse sagas. March 7, 2010 The AIDS virus escapes treatment inside progenitor blood cells. March 3, 2010 Gut bacteria gene complement dwarfs human genome Sequencing project finds that Europeans share a surprising number of bacteria. March 2, 2010 The snake that swallowed dinosaurs Fossils reveal that some snakes preyed on baby sauropods. March 1, 2010 Soil bacteria could yield drug to treat roundworm The natural insecticide Bt treats infections in mice. February 28, 2010 Why the body isn't thirsty at night Body clock is a hormonal dimmer switch that controls water loss. February 20, 2010 Junk DNA holds clues to heart disease Deleting a non-coding region leads to narrowing of arteries in mice. February 18, 2010 Personalized biomarkers monitor cancer Pilot study harnesses sequencing power to track tumours. February 16, 2010 Hopes grow over potential autism treatment Oxytocin hormone shown to improve social interaction. February 10, 2010 Untangling HIV transmission in men Study could put scientists on the right path to blocking the spread of new infections. Genetic basis for stuttering identified Mutations found in genes responsible for directing enzymes to their cellular destination. February 4, 2010 Moths catch the wind to speed migration Understanding how insects travel might help to predict pest invasions. February 3, 2010 Brain scan allows unconscious patient to communicate Imaging technique pierces vegetative state February 1, 2010 Device inspired by nature clings to surfaces using 'liquid bridges'. January 27, 2010 A softer ride for barefoot runners People who run long distances without shoes cushion the blow with their gait. Bacterium could work directly on grass or crop waste. Fossil feathers reveal dinosaurs' true colours Pigment-storage sacs found in fossils give hints about hue. January 24, 2010 The proteins that can cause CJD have a vital role in the nervous system. January 19, 2010 Health benefits of red-wine chemical unclear Sceptics continue to ask whether resveratrol really can delay the effects of ageing. Geologists to evaluate future Haiti risks Hunt for survey markers may reveal crucial data. January 17, 2010 Robotic roach creates order from chaos Chaos theory eases the path of autonomous robots. January 11, 2010 Toxic blooms may help single-celled algae to eat their competitors. Driveways could spread toxins into the home Carcinogens in coal tar–sealed pavements cause worry. January 7, 2010 Much more carbon is sequestered by echinoderms than previously thought. Oceans release DDT from decades ago Emissions of controversial pesticide are heading northwards. January 5, 2010 Frogs' secret disposal system revealed Talented amphibians urinate foreign objects implanted in their body cavities. December 31, 2009 Mosquitoes mate in perfect harmony Is matching wing beats the key to maintaining genetic diversity in malarial mosquitoes? December 30, 2009 Soils give clean look at past carbon dioxide It could take less of the greenhouse gas to reach a particular level of warming. December 24, 2009 Heat wave in Baltimore made worse by hot air from Washington DC. December 23, 2009 Microbial encyclopaedia guided by evolution Sequencing project reveals microbial cache of protein families. Fish tanks 'threaten Sunshine State sea creatures' Florida invertebrate fishery could be heading for collapse, scientists warn. Fossil evidence of early reptiles' last meal Insect remains found in the mouths of early vertebrate fossils. December 18, 2009 The conclusion that our planet is warming thanks to human activity must not be forgotten amid discussion of research ethics, say climatologists Hans von Storch and Myles Allen. December 16, 2009 Cancer genomes reveal risks of sun and smoke Sequencing of skin and lung cancers show that many mutations could be prevented. December 15, 2009 Satellites beam in biomass estimates Additional detail could help bring woodland into a future climate treaty. December 11, 2009 Hollywood gives biologists a helping hand Pixar software could help simulate molecular interactions inside cells. December 9, 2009 Fear memories erased without drugs A temporal twist to a therapeutic technique could block old terrors. December 4, 2009 The hunt for a perfect fishy father Female scissortail sergeants assess potential partners with 'test' eggs. December 2, 2009 Immune system gets a boost from early exposure to bacteria. November 27, 2009 Study finds link between outdoor living and immune health. Birdsongs provide population clues Microphone array improves estimate of ovenbird density. November 23, 2009 Diagnosing the future of genomics Eric Green discusses his priorities as newly appointed director of the US National Human Genome Research Institute. November 18, 2009 Curbing population growth crucial to reducing carbon emissions Access to contraception could tackle global warming, says United Nations. November 16, 2009 One species' rapid cell shedding explains its huge carbon-catching capacity. November 13, 2009 Animals have nerves that can make a soft caress painful. November 11, 2009 Evolution of a single gene linked to language Mutations in the gene could help explain why humans can speak but chimps can't. November 6, 2009 Planting trees can shift water flow Creating forests where none existed may affect long-term hydrology. November 5, 2009 Brain disease treated by gene therapy A treatment based on HIV finds first success in humans. November 2, 2009 Native American culture sowed seeds of its own collapse Floods brought the Nazca to their knees — but they crippled themselves by over-farming first. October 30, 2009 A computer program predicts thousands of previously unknown drug-target associations. Lighter sentence for murderer with 'bad genes' Italian court reduces jail term after tests identify genes linked to violent behaviour. October 23, 2009 Sudden moves spark brain battle Neurons compete in a royal rumble for the brain's attention. October 20, 2009 Activating a small fraction of neurons triggers complete memory. Darwin's geological mystery solved Origin of odd South American boulders may have defeated the author. October 14, 2009 Chemical keeps male sex drive in check A single pheromone ensures a male fruitfly's urge to mate targets the right sex. Gene therapy could remedy Parkinson's Introducing three genes corrects motor defects in monkeys. Cell invasion caught on camera Videos show T cells breaching the central nervous system's defences. October 9, 2009 Biodiversity at risk as forests give way to desert. Three papers caught up in journal probe of review process. October 8, 2009 Virus linked to chronic fatigue syndrome Prostate cancer pathogen may be behind the disease once dubbed 'yuppie flu'. October 7, 2009 Ribosome clinches the chemistry Nobel Three researchers share the prize for revealing the workings of the cell's protein-making machine.
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