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Science News for February 17, 2024


Viruses that can help ‘dial up’ carbon capture in the sea

Scientists have identified ocean viruses that can help trap carbon dioxide in seawater, using similar techniques to prevent methane's escape from thawing Arctic soil. The study reveals which viruses target the most important reactions in microbial community metabolisms.

SourceOhio State University·DateFeb 17, 2024

A novel gene-based prognostic tool for personalized treatment in pediatric acute myeloid leukemia

A novel gene-based prognostic tool has been developed to personalize treatment in pediatric acute myeloid leukemia (AML). The five-gene transcriptional signature improves prognostic accuracy and identifies high-risk patients. It also streamlines the panel of genetic markers without compromising predictive efficacy.

SourceSichuan International Medical Exchange and Promotion Association·JournalMolecular Biomedicine·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateFeb 17, 2024

Disentangling nature’s contributions to international trade

Researchers developed a multi-step process to quantify the dependency of international trade on Nature's Contributions to People (NCPs), including spatial mapping and tracing international trade flows. The study aims to improve knowledge about the complex relationship between nature and international trade, supporting implementing Targ...

SourceGerman Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv) Halle-Jena-Leipzig·JournalPeople and Nature·TypeMeta-analysis·DateFeb 17, 2024

Scientists directly observed altermagnetism

Researchers successfully demonstrate a third branch of magnetism in manganese telluride, combining ferromagnetic and antiferromagnetic properties. This discovery offers promising opportunities for future applications in information technology and nanoelectronics.

SourceJohannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz·JournalNature·DateFeb 17, 2024
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Imageomics poised to enable new understanding of life

Researchers are using machine learning tools to understand biological traits from images, enabling new discoveries about life on Earth. Imageomics is analyzing the relationship between observable phenotypes and genome, leading to a better understanding of direct connections.

SourceOhio State University·TypeSystematic review·DateFeb 17, 2024

Scientists try out stone age tools to understand how they were used

Researchers crafted replicas of Early Upper Paleolithic stone age tools and used them for various tasks. They found that combining macroscopic and microscopic traces can help identify tool functions, potentially pushing back the timeline for woodworking innovation.

SourceTokyo Metropolitan University·JournalJournal of Archaeological Science·DateFeb 17, 2024