To fight off invading viruses, bacteria have evolved a slew of creative defense tactics. New research shows that in some cases, microbes go to great lengths to keep an infection from spreading, even destroying bits of their own genetic material. Press Release Distribution Service
Laser technique could unlock use of tough material for next-generation electronics
Researchers used a laser technique to permanently stress graphene into a structure that allows the flow of electric current, which is necessary for the material to be useful for next-generation electronics. Press Release Distribution Service
Ambitious open-access Plan S delayed to let research community adapt
Nature, Published online: 30 May 2019; doi:10.1038/d41586-019-01717-2 Funders behind the policy tweak rules after major consultation. Press Release Distribution Service
Algeria and Argentina declared malaria-free
Nature, Published online: 30 May 2019; doi:10.1038/d41586-019-01684-8 Scientists discovered the malaria parasite in Algeria in 1880. Press Release Distribution Service
Author Correction: Design of amidobenzimidazole STING receptor agonists with systemic activity
Nature, Published online: 30 May 2019; doi:10.1038/s41586-019-1265-5 Author Correction: Design of amidobenzimidazole STING receptor agonists with systemic activity Press Release Distribution Service
Mysterious Martian formation traced to volcanic explosion
Nature, Published online: 29 May 2019; doi:10.1038/d41586-019-01660-2 A massive eruption early in Mars’s history created a rocky outcrop that will greet NASA lander in 2021. Press Release Distribution Service
Study could lead to ‘cognitive therapy in your pocket’
People living with anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions may soon be able to use a smartphone app to deliver on-demand cognitive bias modification for interpretation (CBM-I), a way to change mental habits without visiting a therapist. Press Release Distribution Service
Among older women, 10,000 steps per day not needed for lower mortality
A new study found that older women, taking as few as 4,400 steps per day was significantly associated with lower risk of death compared to taking 2,700 steps per day. Risk of death continued to decrease with more steps taken but leveled off at around 7,500 steps per day — less than the 10,000 steps…
Satellite time series can guide forest restoration
Nature, Published online: 28 May 2019; doi:10.1038/d41586-019-01665-x Satellite time series can guide forest restoration Press Release Distribution Service
Murray Gell-Mann, father of quarks, dies
Nature, Published online: 28 May 2019; doi:10.1038/d41586-019-01689-3 US physicist was one of the chief architects of the standard model of particle physics. Press Release Distribution Service
How prostate cancer cells mimic bone when they metastasize
Researchers describe how prostate cancer cells develop the ability to mimic bone-forming cells called osteoblasts, enabling them to proliferate in the bone microenvironment. Press Release Distribution Service
Astronomers find ‘Forbidden’ planet in ‘Neptunian Desert’ around its star
An exoplanet smaller than Neptune with its own atmosphere has been discovered in a region close to its star where no Neptune-sized planets would normally be found. Press Release Distribution Service
Pollution cover-ups exposed in Chinese provinces
Nature, Published online: 28 May 2019; doi:10.1038/d41586-019-01661-1 A government investigation reveals thousands of violations — some by local officials who helped companies to cover up illegal waste dumping. Press Release Distribution Service
A Google programme failed to detect cold fusion — but is still a success
Nature, Published online: 27 May 2019; doi:10.1038/d41586-019-01675-9 Major project to reproduce controversial claims of bench-top nuclear fusion kindles debate about when high-risk research is worthwhile. Press Release Distribution Service
Group A strep genome research expedites vaccine development efforts
The global search for a group A streptococcal (Strep A) vaccine has narrowed after researchers identified a common gene signature in almost all global Strep A strains by sequencing thousands of genomes in a project spanning 10 years and more than 20 countries. Press Release Distribution Service
Research team throws new light on photosynthetic supercomplex structure
A team of scientists has taken a significant step closer to unlocking the secrets of photosynthesis, by determining the structure of a very large photosynthetic supercomplex. Press Release Distribution Service
Author Correction: A dissipatively stabilized Mott insulator of photons
Nature, Published online: 27 May 2019; doi:10.1038/s41586-019-1221-4 Author Correction: A dissipatively stabilized Mott insulator of photons Press Release Distribution Service
Author Correction: A CRISPR/Cas system mediates bacterial innate immune evasion and virulence
Nature, Published online: 24 May 2019; doi:10.1038/s41586-019-1253-9 Author Correction: A CRISPR/Cas system mediates bacterial innate immune evasion and virulence Press Release Distribution Service
Weekly pharmacy visits boost drug adherence and quality of life in heart failure patients
Elderly patients with heart failure who see a pharmacist once a week are more likely to take their tablets and be active in daily life, according to new results. Press Release Distribution Service
Growing up high: Neurobiological consequences of adolescent cannabis use
About one in five Canadian adolescents uses cannabis. Neuroscientists have been researching the effects of cannabis on the adolescent brain. Adolescence is associated with the maturation of cognitive functions, such as working memory, decision-making, impulsivity control and motivation, and the research presented suggests cannabis could have long-lasting, but possibly reversible effects on these. Press Release…
Daily briefing: Video films four trillion frames per second
Nature, Published online: 24 May 2019; doi:10.1038/d41586-019-01687-5 Say cheese (really fast), disputes at the world’s largest laser lab and the trouble with amber. Press Release Distribution Service
Robo-pups, printed ears and bias – a tour of AI
Nature, Published online: 24 May 2019; doi:10.1038/d41586-019-01671-z A bold, multifaceted exhibition on artificial intelligence wows Elizabeth Gibney. Press Release Distribution Service
