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Ribosome Fight Club: How Cells Eliminate Inefficient Ribosomes

Poorly performing ribosomes are eliminated in a ‘survival of the fittest’ mechanism, ensuring the quality of protein synthesis in cells.

Health

Just Five Minutes Of Light Exercise Boosts Children’s Brain Power And Mood

As children worldwide spend more time seated and less time active, Japanese researchers have discovered that even minimal amounts of physical activity can make a significant impact.

Health

Depression May Be An Immune Disorder As Much As A Mental One

Scientists have found that an overactive immune system may underlie a common but difficult-to-diagnose form of depression.

Environment

Meet Balanophora, The Parasitic Plant That Barely Qualifies As A Plant

Researchers have traced how Balanophora evolved an extreme parasitic lifestyle—shrinking its plastid genome and, in some species, abandoning sexual reproduction entirely.

Building The Future Of Biology: A Conversation With Molly He Of Element Biosciences

Element Biosciences is breaking down barriers in genomics by bringing laboratory-grade sequencing and multi-omics technology to scientists everywhere.

Health

Why Your Brain Feels Losses More Deeply Than Wins

Researchers identified a small group of neurons in the mouse brain that decides when a loss changes an animal’s place in the social hierarchy.

Health

Eye Blinks Reveal How The Brain Tracks Musical Rhythm

A subtle eye movement shows how attention determines whether sound translates into bodily timing.

General

India’s Trees Are Flowering Out of Season—and Citizen Scientists Are Noticing

A study shows how casual social media posts and rigorous citizen science initiatives complement each other.

Environment

Liquid Marbles Could Lead To Greener Pesticides That Don’t Slide Off Leaves

Liquid marble are a promising solution but multiple hurdles remain in applying them on field.

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