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Optimizing directed evolution of molecules in the lab

Scientists can track several microbial populations as they evolve new proteins or other molecules.

New atlas of ocean’s oxygen-starved waters

The 3D maps may help researchers track and predict the ocean’s response to climate change.

Sensor-based on quantum physics could detect the SARS-CoV-2 virus

Mathematical simulations show the new approach may offer faster, cheaper, and more accurate detection.

A super-bright stellar explosion gave birth to a compact object

The discovery may offer astronomers a new way to spot infant compact objects.

A tool to accelerate the development of new solar cells

A new computational tool can help predict whether changes to materials or design will improve performance.

New machine learning model to identify treatments that pose a higher risk

The system could help physicians select the least risky treatments in urgent situations.

New technique represent 3D scenes from images about 15,000 times faster

The technique enables the real-time rendering of scenes in 3D.

GeoMol: New deep learning model to predict the 3D shapes of a molecule

Taking some of the guesswork out of drug discovery.

A new nanoparticle adjuvant for more powerful vaccines

Studies in mice showed it significantly improved antibody production following vaccination against HIV, diphtheria, and influenza.

Astronomers discovered an ultra-short-period planet with the makeup of Mercury

The boiling new world is among the lightest exoplanets found to date.

A new method for early detection of bacterial infection in crops

Early detection and quantification of pathogens in plants, to enhance plant disease management.

Astronomers discovered one of the most extreme ultrahot Jupiters

A newly discovered “ultrahot Jupiter” has the shortest orbit of any known gas giant.

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