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Science News for July 17, 2022


Newly discovered Liexi Fauna reveals early stage of Great Ordovician Biodiversification Event

The Liexi Fauna discovery provides new evidence for the Great Ordovician Biodiversification Event, featuring a rich array of biomineralized fossils and non-mineralized tissues. The fauna reveals a flourishing Early Ordovician marine ecosystem with diverse organisms and varied lifestyles.

SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalProceedings of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences·DateJul 17, 2022

Code-free conservation

A new platform called MoveApps enables scientists and wildlife managers to explore animal movement data with little more than a device and a browser. The system uses open-source code and allows users to create complex analyses with simple clicks.

SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalMovement Ecology·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJul 17, 2022
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.

Prognosis of cancer patients improved through significant discovery

Researchers at Umea University have discovered a new function in specific proteins involved in TGF-β signalling pathway, which affects how cancer cells grow and spread. This may lead to easier identification of men at risk of developing aggressive prostate cancer, enabling early treatment.

SourceUmea University·JournalThe Lancet·DateJul 17, 2022

How to find 'good oil' at sea

Scientists at Flinders University have discovered a simple and effective method to extract high-value bioactives from single-cell algae oil using waste sulfur. This process can enrich saturated triglycerides, which are valuable for various applications, including biodiesel production.

SourceFlinders University·JournalACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 17, 2022
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

Bees boost crops and could steady food prices

A study published in Ecology Letters found that pollinators stabilize crop yields, reducing variation by 32%, which can help mitigate supply issues and market shocks. This finding highlights the importance of preserving pollinators for global food security.

SourceUniversity of Reading·JournalEcology Letters·TypeMeta-analysis·DateJul 17, 2022