Now is the time to uncover the secrets of the Earth's microbiomes
Communities of microorganisms called microbiomes play critical roles in our lives, yet we know very little about them.
Cell & Microbiology
Dec 2, 2015
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New research helps to explain how temperature shifts the circadian clock
For many living things, a roughly 24-hour internal clock governs the rhythms of life—everything from sleep in animals, to leaf opening in plants and reproduction in bread mold. Scientists have come to understand much about ...
Cell & Microbiology
Dec 2, 2015
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Determinant factors for energy consumption and perception of energy conservation clarified
A research group led by Keishiro Hara, Specially Appointed Associate Professor, Center for Environmental Innovation Design for Sustainability, Osaka University performed large-scale questionnaire surveys in Suita City, Osaka ...
Energy & Green Tech
Dec 2, 2015
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Level repulsion in quantum magnets
Neutron measurements at Oak Ridge National Laboratory's Spallation Neutron Source are giving physicists new insight into the behavior of quantum magnets. A research team led by Young-June Kim from the University of Toronto ...
General Physics
Dec 2, 2015
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How packing away DNA stabilizes cell fate decisions
Susan Gasser and her group at the FMI have identified in C. elegans a much sought-for anchor protein, a previously uncharacterized chromodomain protein called CEC-4 that directly sequesters inactive chromatin at the nuclear ...
Cell & Microbiology
Dec 2, 2015
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Africa launches massive renewable energy initiative
African heads of state today announced plans for a gigantic renewable energy initiative that would provide as much as 300 gigawatts of renewable energy – twice the continent's total current electricity supply – by 2030.
Energy & Green Tech
Dec 2, 2015
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8000-year-old "Viste Boy" sent for DNA analysis
A small piece of the skull of the 8000-year-old "Viste Boy" has now been sent to Sweden for DNA analysis. Scientists hope to learn more about early migration into Norway as well as clarify the skeleton's actual sex.
Archaeology
Dec 2, 2015
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How unhealthy diets contribute to climate change and hunger
Diets are changing globally and have done so rapidly in most high-income countries, like the UK, over the last 50 years. This dietary transition is now happening in most cities of the global south, the nations of Africa, ...
Environment
Dec 2, 2015
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New research set to revolutionise ready meals
A collaborative research project involving major food sector businesses and the University of Lincoln, UK, aims to dramatically improve the quality and healthiness of ready meals, while also reducing current food waste levels ...
Other
Dec 2, 2015
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Why is the night sky black?
It sounds obvious. That's what night is. The sun has set and when you look up at the sky, it's black. Except where there's a star, of course. The stars are bright and shiny.
Astronomy
Dec 2, 2015
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