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Genomic mechanisms for the evolution of flightlessness in steamer ducks
Nature, Published online: 31 July 2019; doi:10.1038/d41586-019-02234-y The ability to fly has been lost in many groups of birds. A comparison of the wing structures and genomes of flighted and non-flighted species of steamer duck highlights a possible mechanism for the loss of flight. Press Release Distribution Service
The 50 most dangerous cities in the world
24/7 Wall St. reviewed the world’s 50 most dangerous cities – the ones with the highest murder rates – as reported by a Mexico-based advocacy group. Press Release Distribution Service
Reply to: Do not discard Staphylococcus aureus WTA as a vaccine antigen
Nature, Published online: 31 July 2019; doi:10.1038/s41586-019-1417-7 Reply to: Do not discard Staphylococcus aureus WTA as a vaccine antigen Press Release Distribution Service
Arctic wildfires, hybrid embryos and record-breaking heatwave
Nature, Published online: 31 July 2019; doi:10.1038/d41586-019-02305-0 The week in science: 26 July–1 August 2019. Press Release Distribution Service
Cheaper alternatives to overcrowded tourist destinations
GoBankingRates.com suggests less expensive – and less-crowded – alternatives to places like St. Barths, Prague, Paris, Machu Picchu and Cape Town. Press Release Distribution Service
Exome sequencing of Finnish isolates enhances rare-variant association power
Nature, Published online: 31 July 2019; doi:10.1038/s41586-019-1457-z Exome-wide sequencing studies of populations in Finland identified 26 deleterious alleles associated with 64 quantitative traits that are clinically relevant to cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. Press Release Distribution Service
No bacteria found in healthy placentas
Nature, Published online: 31 July 2019; doi:10.1038/d41586-019-02262-8 Analysis of hundreds of placentas provides convincing evidence that this organ does not harbour microorganisms that can enter the fetal gut — a key finding for research into how the human microbiota is established. Press Release Distribution Service
Airport amenities that ease summer travel
Many of the nation’s airports introducing new amenities and services to help passengers better enjoy — or at least tolerate — their time in the terminals. Press Release Distribution Service