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covering all areas across the natural sciences, medicine, psychology and engineering.
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This study from
@NAChristakis
and colleagues has found evidence to suggest that
#meditation
can reduce anxiety, stress and depression, in addition to activating
#altruism
We're highlighting our most downloaded papers from 2022. With a top 100 across the whole of our scope, thereβs something for everyone. Check this out if youβre interested in cats, COVID, emojis, historical artefacts, plastic waste, or happiness!
Take a look at our Collection on music, which brings together some of our published works on the ways in which music affects our brains, moods and interactions.
Our recent
#EditorsChoice
collection features recent research on
#dinosaurs
, including new discoveries and insights into their evolutionary history and ecology (1/7)
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#ECR
travel grants today: //go.nature.com/TravelGrants
.
@AAlechiarenza
et al. reassessed a LagerstΓ€tte site in Italy and studied a new specimen of the hadrosauroid Tethyshadros, revealing more about the biogeography of the region and body size evolution of this dinosaur (4/7)
April 25 is
#DNAday
! 70 years ago today, the paper describing the
#DNA
double helix was first published. This DNA Day Collection showcases some cutting-edge DNA methods that highlight just how far we've come (1/6)
Paper by
@MiguelNicolelis
,
@SolaimanShokur
and co-authors shows improved sensory and motor functions in individuals with complete paraplegia following a protocol with brain-machine interface and locomotion therapy
The group of our Editorial Board Member
@Ank_iitR
from
@iitroorkee
analysed the drought characteristics of major river sub-basins in India, during 2002β2017
The evolution of self-organised division of labour in leaf-cutter ants π was driven by indirect coordination through the environment (stigmergy), as proposed by
@dipietroviviana
, Patrick Govoni and colleagues
Our latest
#EditorsChoice
collection features recent research on
#DomesticAnimals
, including insights into their origin, and moden behaviours and unusual niches (1/7)
We reject all forms of racism, and stand in solidarity with our Black authors, reviewers and Editorial Board Members. We will strive to improve diversity and end bias in research.
#BlackLivesMatter
Today marks 200 years since the first
#dinosaur
was officially named by science,
#Megalosaurus
To celebrate we present a Collection of dinosaur research published across the
@NaturePortfolio
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A multidisciplinary analysis of data across 32 cancer types allowed for the identification of proteins involved in the signalling crossroad between circadian rhythms and cancer
@Andres_Lopez_C
@UDLAEcuador
Paper by
@MiguelNicolelis
,
@SolaimanShokur
and co-authors shows improved sensory and motor functions in individuals with complete paraplegia following a protocol with brain-machine interface and locomotion therapy
Researchers from
@tokyotech_en
established a cell-free protein crystallization method allowing the rapid production of protein nanocrystals, for high resolution protein structures- a great tool for unstable, low-yield protein.
A new article reports the biochemical characterization of the ancient Egyptian balms used in the mummification of Senetnay, the royal nurse to the future Pharaoh Amenhotep II
@Bara_Huber
@MPI_GEA
@uni_tue
Study from
@SciReports
finds that if less than 1% of agricultural land was converted to solar panels, it would be sufficient to fulfil global electric energy demand.
Taking advantage of the backscattering amplitude of individual microbubbles, the team of
@TanterM
generated Ultrasound Localization Microscopy images of the rat brain vascularization with increased sensitivity
@PhysMedParis
A new study shows that astronauts consuming an enhanced spaceflight diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and omega-3 fatty acids exhibit lower cholesterol and cortisol levels, improved cognitive outcomes, and a more stable microbiome and metatranscriptome
Did you know that +70 editorial staff members support
@scireports
authors each step of the way, from submission to post-publication? Learn more about the journal here:
Work from researchers
@okstate
,
@Yale
@AMNH
sheds light into the highly variable growth patterns of a Triassic dinosaur, typical of early dinosaurs/saurischians.
Work by Ke Wang,
@stschiff
, and colleagues highlights the value of mummified hair to extract ancient DNA and provides insights into the history of Neolithic eastern Africa pastoralists
.
@RobertPatalano
,
@palaeotropics
,
@Mjstoroz
and co-authors analysed plant material used in the construction of the Great Wall in north-western China to gain insights on the impact of climate change on local environmental settings
Research from
@fonatelli
,
@gdeandajauregui
, and colleagues
@Cinvestav_IPN
examines intermunicipal travel networks in Mexico, which can be useful to track disease spread, plan infrastructure, and improve transportation
Study from the
@LundqvistNeuro
and
@MillerLabMIT
labs analysing data from monkeys, shows reduced variability in neuron activity- spiking and bursting-during working memory.
Today is
#WomenInScience
#WomenInSTEM
Day! If you would like to read more about the work of some exceptional women of science, take a look at our Female Laureates
#EditorsChoice
Collection