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New study confirms mammal-to-mammal avian flu spread

A new study provides evidence that a spillover of avian influenza from birds to dairy cattle across several U.S. states has now led to mammal-to-mammal transmission—between cows and from cows to cats and a raccoon.

Going deeper for healthy offshore reefs in Storm Bay

Scientists have used high-tech underwater robots to take a closer look at the deep offshore reefs on the east coast of Bruny Island in Tasmania and have revealed the seabed biodiversity there for the first time.

Sweden seeks to be winemaking's next frontier

Far north of iconic wine regions like Bordeaux and Tuscany, Sweden is seeing a burgeoning industry of vineyards and a first generation of winemakers trying to carve out a niche.

Protecting your pig from diamond skin disease

Everybody wants to find a diamond in the rough, but no one wants their pig to develop diamond skin disease—an infection that can cause pain and discomfort and may lead to death if left untreated.

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Washington state nears a plan to remove key culverts for salmon—after spending $4 billion
Plants & Animals
Fort Worth Zoo hits conservation milestone by hatching endangered crocodiles
Evolution
Ancient marine animal had inventive past despite being represented by few species, new study finds
Plants & Animals
Biologists discover human-infecting parasite produces sterile soldiers like ants and termites
Plants & Animals
Female whale shark with satellite transmitter for record-breaking four years shows consistent migrations
Plants & Animals
Researchers record first-ever images and data of a shark being struck by a boat
Cell & Microbiology
Scientists publish first experimental evidence for new groups of methane-producing organisms
Plants & Animals
Komodo dragons have teeth coated in iron to kill prey, study finds
Plants & Animals
There's a new top fish of the Columbia River, and it doesn't mind the warm water
Plants & Animals
Study shows chickens use flushed skin and feather fluffing to display different emotions, levels of excitement
Paleontology & Fossils
Scientists assess how large dinosaurs could really get
Plants & Animals
Research shows the ocean is becoming too loud for oysters
Biotechnology
Reduce, reuse, reflycle: How genetically modified flies can reduce waste and keep it out of landfills
Plants & Animals
New way to analyze riblet denticles on modern great white sharks sheds light on swimming speed
Cell & Microbiology
Blue light could kill at least 99% of bacteria linked to dog ear infections, new research shows
Biotechnology
Scientists hijack natural delivery system to send engineered proteins to target cells
Plants & Animals
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Biotechnology
Telomere-to-telomere genome assembly research opens the door to new crop varieties

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Analytical Chemistry
Ice 0: Researchers discover a new mechanism for ice formation
Quantum Physics
Somersaulting spin qubits for universal quantum logic could enhance control in larger arrays
Astrobiology
Perseverance rover discovers rock with potential signs of ancient life
Astronomy
Creation of a deep learning algorithm to detect unexpected gravitational wave events
Condensed Matter
'Miracle' filter turns store-bought LEDs into spintronic devices
Quantum Physics
Optimization algorithm successfully computes the ground state of interacting quantum matter
Astronomy
Fermi Telescope finds new feature in brightest gamma-ray burst yet seen
Environment
Parched Central Valley farms depend on Sierras for groundwater
Bio & Medicine
Researchers explore interplay between high-affinity DNA and carbon nanotubes
Analytical Chemistry
Underground CO₂ storage: Researchers measure carbon mineralization at unprecedented small scale
Earth Sciences
Climate change will bring more turbulence to flights in the Northern Hemisphere, analysis finds
Nanophysics
Confined water gets electric: Study reveals dielectric response of water in nanopores
General Physics
A swinging showerhead leads to discovery of a new mode of vibration in nature
Analytical Chemistry
Liquid metals offer potential for greener chemical processes, researchers say
Earth Sciences
Increasingly erratic rainfall patterns over the past century are likely due to human-induced climate change, study shows
Space Exploration
NASA says no return date yet for astronauts and troubled Boeing capsule at space station
Earth Sciences
Raindrops grow with turbulence in clouds: New findings could improve weather and climate models
Analytical Chemistry
'Self-healing' glass: Study shows gamma radiation induces defects that are healed at room temperature
Condensed Matter
A step closer to optical computers: Researchers develop an all-optical universal gate
Earth Sciences
Scientists identify Great Salt Lake as a significant source of greenhouse gas emissions

Study explores how key gene modulates terpene aroma in grapes

A study explores the ethylene-responsive gene VviERF003's influence on glycosylated monoterpenoid synthesis in grapes, which are pivotal for the fruity and floral notes in wines. Understanding this genetic regulation provides ...

Genomic insights into the tea gray geometrid's survival strategy

A study has shed light on the genetic makeup of the tea gray geometrid, Ectropis grisescens. Through the re-sequencing of 43 genomes, scientists have mapped out the pest's population structure and its remarkable adaptation ...

Sweaty cattle may boost food security in a warming world

Sweaty cows may not sound like the most exciting company, but in a warming world, researchers can't get enough of them. When cattle are too hot, they tend to stop eating, said Raluca Mateescu, University of Florida Institute ...