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Genetic Discovery Could Lead to Better Treatments for Common Tumor in Dogs

Newly discovered genetic commonalities and differences among the most prevalent types of canine soft tissue sarcomas, a common and potentially deadly tumor, could pave the way for more accurate diagnosis and better treatments in the future.

U.S., Swedish scientists examine differences in amino acid evolution

An international group of scientists has tested the nearly neutral theory of evolution, proposed in 1973 by Japanese geneticist Tomoko Ohta. He predicted that natural selection will have a different evolutionary effect on species depending on the organism's population size.

MIT researchers develop better method to gauge sediment flow

Most people have heard the predictions that cities on the American coasts are in danger of being swallowed by the sea. A new finding by researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) could be key to helping engineers manage river restoration and coastal erosion.

Syria Peacebuilding Efforts Must Address Causes of the Country’s “Failed” State

Any attempts to build peace in Syria must address the factors which led to the country being a failed state before civil war began, research says.

Flamingos Form Cliques with Like-Minded Pals

Flamingos form cliques of like-minded individuals within their flocks, new research shows.

Poverty Is Linked to Increased Dementia Risk, Regardless of Genetics

People who live in poverty are significantly more likely to develop dementia compared to people of higher socioeconomic status, regardless of genetic risk, new research concludes.

Study Identifies Best Visits to “Blue” Nature Spots for Wellbeing Boost

A new study has identified what factors give the biggest wellbeing boost when visiting nature spots near water.

Covid Lockdowns May Have Boosted Opportunities for Bilingual Autistic Children’s Communication Development

Increased time at home due to coronavirus lockdowns may have supported the communication development of bilingual autistic children, a new study argues.

People Should Have the Right to Shape Marine Environmental Decisions

Government and political institutions should do more to make citizens feel empowered within marine environment decisions and give them the right to participate, new research shows.

Swan Populations Grow 30 Times Faster in Nature Reserves

Populations of whooper swans grow 30 times faster inside nature reserves, new research shows.

Century ‘Dinner Plate’ Still Useful in Ocean Science

A simple 19th Century tool is still useful to ocean scientists in the age of satellites, new research shows.

Some Children Act as Good Friends to Their Peers Who Have Difficulty Speaking, Study Shows

Children can act as good friends to their peers who struggle with speaking and communicating, a study shows.

International Conference Seeks to Change the Thinking on the Relationship Between ‘Waiting’ and ‘Care’

The question of what it is to wait in and for healthcare in modern Britain is the focus of an international conference set to be held in London this month.

Dry Forests and Savannas Vital for Brazil’s Climate Goals

Brazil must protect and restore its dry forests and savannas to achieve its climate goals, new research shows.

Childhood Volunteering Encourages Future Voting in Elections, Study Shows

Childhood volunteering encourages those from politically disengaged homes to go on and vote when they are older, a major new study shows.

Noise Harming Ocean Invertebrates and Ecosystems

Noise from human activities is harming ocean invertebrates and ecosystems, new research shows.

Bigger Companies Are Failing to Reduce Unconscious Bias Against Disabled People

Working for a big company or in an HR role does not lower the likelihood of showing unconscious bias against disabled people at work, a new study finds.

Research Shows Link Between Child Emotional Difficulties and Family Strain During Coronavirus Lockdowns

UK families were more likely to report difficulties living together during the coronavirus lockdowns than those in Turkey, a new study shows.

Microplastics Limit Energy Production in Tiny Freshwater Species

Microplastic pollution reduces energy production in a microscopic creature found in freshwater worldwide, new research shows.

‘Critical Tool’ Launched to Track National Contributions to Climate Change

Research published today shows how countries have contributed to global warming through their emissions of key greenhouse gases since 1850 – marking a new effort to track impacts in a critical decade for climate policy.