A new genetic tool helps researchers uncover the logic of gene regulation

The human genome contains more than 20,000 genes. However, at any given time and in a given cell, only a fraction are active.

Smarter fish farms could cut electricity use and COâ‚‚ while keeping fish safe

Recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS) are attracting growing attention as a sustainable aquaculture technology that can ...

From research to policy: Study turns EU wildfire assessments into a tool for better governance

Climate change, land-use change and socioeconomic pressures are turning wildfires from a primarily ecological process into a ...

Laying odds on the potential for Martian water near future landing zones

We know Mars has water ice in its polar regions, but astronauts (and their solar-powered equipment!) would much rather experience life closer to Mars' equator. As NASA looks toward landing humans on ...

Newly discovered mechanism protects DNA during cell division

Every time a cell divides, it must accurately copy and distribute its DNA between two new cells. However, in some cases, chromosomes do not fully separate, leaving behind thin strands of DNA known as ...