Thursday 12 November
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A study of 6,978 UK adults found that a new clinical framework based on body fat and organ health was linked to five-year mortality, whereas standard BMI categories showed no association.
A reusable soap-like catalyst uses scandium to break stubborn nylon microplastics in water down into their original chemical building blocks.
A comprehensive review evaluates how CRISPR has evolved from simple molecular scissors into precise tools that swap single DNA letters or paste large genes without dangerous double-strand breaks.
A study on Mount Cameroon finds that forest elephants reduce total bird species but boost the variety of ecological roles present. This shows megaherbivore disturbance reshapes tropical forests rather than simply degrading them.
A transporter protein named ZmNAET1 moves nickel into developing maize seeds, where the metal powers a key enzyme needed for germination and grain yield.
A scientific perspective explains how tailoring the surface chemistry of inorganic materials can identify the distinct sequence of gases released as a lithium-ion battery overheats.
