Science
Science news from various sources
Newest
Why heart trouble can lead to sleep trouble
An immune response triggered by cardiac disease affects the function of a gland with a key role in the sleep–wake cycle.
Daily briefing: The genetic basis of walking on two legs
Genomic regions linked to short arms and lanky legs bore signs of evolutionary selection in humans. Plus, type 1 diabetes surged…
Hotly awaited structures obtained for the human protein UCP1
Insights into a protein that helps to burn calories and produce heat.
How a scholarly spat shaped a century of genetic research
A fresh look at the early history of genetics reveals why a simplified view of biological inheritance came to hold sway — and…
Mind-reading machines are coming — how can we keep them in check?
Devices that can record and change brain activity will create privacy issues that challenge existing human-rights legislation,…
Pack up the parachute: why global north–south collaborations need to…
Global-south researchers want equal partnerships that value intellectual exchange.
Water in the terrestrial planet-forming zone of the PDS 70 disk
Terrestrial and sub-Neptune planets are expected to form in the inner (less than 10 au) regions of protoplanetary disks1. Water…
I sample Antarctica’s seaweed to improve human health
Fisheries engineer Ekrem Cem Çankırılıgil probes the chemical make-up of aquatic creatures to determine their possible health…
Adventures in the psyche, and the three metamorphoses of silk: Books…
Andrew Robinson reviews five of the best science picks.
Publisher Correction: Tree diversity increases decadal forest soil…
Nature, Published online: 24 July 2023; doi:10.1038/s41586-023-06458-xPublisher Correction: Tree diversity increases decadal…
Publisher Correction: Regulating surface potential maximizes voltage…
Nature, Published online: 24 July 2023; doi:10.1038/s41586-023-06450-5Publisher Correction: Regulating surface potential…
Young men making quartz countertops are facing lung damage. One state…
Countertops made of the engineered stone "quartz" are incredibly popular, but public health experts say cutting this material…
Affirmative action for rich kids: It's more than just legacy…
A blockbuster new study finds that America's elite private colleges are systematically giving huge advantages to rich kids over…
An ultra-processed diet made this doctor sick. Now he's studying why
A diet composed of 80% ultra-processed foods led one British doctor to gain weight and feel unwell. Now he's trying to nail down…
Daily briefing: Why your department should throw a party
How to throw a simple celebratory gathering to help students and staff to reflect on their accomplishments. Plus, the true cost…
How to create a lab-group logo that stands out from the crowd
An eye-catching logo says a lot about your lab’s research, workplace culture and collaborative potential. Take time to get it…
All through the night: sleep-deprived scientists share their stories
Nature’s investigation into the sleep of scientists drew a range of responses from our audience.
Short arms and lanky legs: the genetic basis of walking on two legs
Genome-wide map reveals regions associated with skeletal changes that enabled humans to walk upright.
Daily briefing: Organs mapped in cell ‘atlases’
Detailed maps of the cells in human organs give an unprecedented view of the placenta, intestines and kidneys. Plus, a gene…
Sexual harassment in science: tackling abusers, protecting targets,…
Sarah Batterman describes the personal and professional toll after being targeted at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute.…
Loading…