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Bacteria Store "Memories" That Raise Red Flags for Antibiotic Resistance

Researchers have discovered that bacteria can create "memories" about when to form bacterial swarms and develop antibiotic resistance.
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Carnivorous Fungi Trap and Digest Worms

A new analysis sheds light on the molecular processes involved when a carnivorous species of fungus known as Arthrobotrys oligospora senses, traps and consumes a worm.
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New Insights Into the Underlying Biology of Cannabis Use Disorder

An analysis of the genomes of more than 1 million people has shed light on the underlying biology of cannabis use disorder and its links to psychiatric disorders.
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Why Does Red Wine Give Some People Headaches?

For some people, drinking red wine even in small amounts causes a headache. In a new study, scientists at the University of California, Davis, examined why this happens
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“Naked Clams” Could Be the Eco-Friendly Seafood of the Future

These saltwater clams are the eco-friendly, sustainable grub of the future, according to a new study published in Sustainable Agriculture.
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New Method Helps With Analysis of Single-Cell Data

A statistical model that removes background noise from single-cell transcriptomic data has been developed.
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Mediterranean Diet Reduces Risk of Cognitive Decline in Older People

Older people who follow a Mediterranean diet are at a lower risk of cognitive decline, reports a new study that highlights the biological mechanisms related to the impact of diet on cognitive health.
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Obesity Linked to Burning Less Energy During Daytime

A new study has shown that body weight significantly impacts the timing and manner in which the human body burns energy. This research could offer new insights into understanding and managing obesity.
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Vitamin B12 Boosts Cell Reprogramming Efficiency

Researchers at IRB Barcelona discover that vitamin B12 significantly boosts the efficiency of cellular reprogramming, thus holding promise for regenerative medicine.
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Molecular Glue Degraders Could Target “Undruggable” Proteins

Cells contain molecular machinery that targets and disposes of unwanted proteins. Scientists would like to hijack this process to control proteins involved in cancer and other diseases, using a type of molecule called a molecular glue degrader.
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