September 2023
Fishing for Viruses
A novel technology enables rapid detection of multiple viruses from patient samples.

A novel technology enables rapid detection of multiple viruses from patient samples.

Researchers begin to understand the mind-blowing science of psychedelics.

Researchers discovered novel attractants that may improve Tsetse fly traps and help control disease spread.

Synonymous mutations have been overlooked, but research reveals that they can drive cancer

Investigating nonrandom segregation to better understand how speciation occurs

How should a species’ DNA be used to guide its conservation?

The myriad species floating atop the world’s seas are complicating efforts to clean up plastic pollution

This year's top advances in sequencing, single-cell analysis, and more

Intracellular bacteria that hijack host cells have much to teach us about biology

Understanding maternal immune changes could improve pregnancy outcomes

Researchers debate the influence of extragenomic processes on evolutionary change

The origin and evolution of the most complex cells

Highly specialized structures that house, feed, and exploit microbial companions

The vital role of noncoding RNAs in the evolution of cognition

Researchers work to address the shortcomings of the human reference genome

The cerebellum is now appreciated for its functions in cognition, emotion, and other higher-order processes

Understanding the normal roles of peptides associated with neurodegneration

Is the current biodiversity crisis on par with the five biggest in Earth's history?

DNA can cross the boundaries between species — or even kingdoms

Can the immune system help prevent overdose and treat addiction?