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Weird organisms emerge from the deep, dark biosphere
We have read the genomes of enigmatic microbes that scrape a living far underground and in rivers under the ocean bed – our best view yet of this alien world
We have read the genomes of enigmatic microbes that scrape a living far underground and in rivers under the ocean bed – our best view yet of this alien world
Marine Biology
Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Wednesday, Jun 18, 2014, 3:22pm
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Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Wednesday, Jun 18, 2014, 3:22pm
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Bacterial suspects identified in Caribbean coral deaths
White band disease has devastated the reef-building corals of the Caribbean since the 1970s. We may finally know which bacteria are responsible
White band disease has devastated the reef-building corals of the Caribbean since the 1970s. We may finally know which bacteria are responsible
Marine Biology
Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Wednesday, Jun 18, 2014, 3:22pm
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Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Wednesday, Jun 18, 2014, 3:22pm
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Squid Protein: Our Best Defense Against Chemical Weapons?
If engineered correctly, the enzyme can "chew up" toxic agents in the human body
If engineered correctly, the enzyme can "chew up" toxic agents in the human body
Molecular Biology
Source: TIME Magazine
Posted on: Tuesday, Jun 17, 2014, 8:01am
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Source: TIME Magazine
Posted on: Tuesday, Jun 17, 2014, 8:01am
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Baby Pygmy Seahorses Are Even Cuter Than You Think
For the past three weeks, Richard Ross has been spending his mornings next to a small tank in a back room at the Steinhart Aquarium in San Francisco. He leans in close. Not only is the room dark, but the fish inside this tank are masters of hiding in plain sight. They are Bargibant’s pygmy […]
For the past three weeks, Richard Ross has been spending his mornings next to a small tank in a back room at the Steinhart Aquarium in San Francisco. He leans in close. Not only is the room dark, but the fish inside this tank are masters of hiding in plain sight. They are Bargibant’s pygmy […]
Marine Biology
Source: Wired
Posted on: Tuesday, Jun 17, 2014, 8:01am
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Source: Wired
Posted on: Tuesday, Jun 17, 2014, 8:01am
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Can Underwater Art Save the Ocean's Coral Reefs?
Artist Jason deCaires Taylor is creating sculptures to help promote reef growth
Artist Jason deCaires Taylor is creating sculptures to help promote reef growth
Marine Biology
Source: Smithsonian
Posted on: Wednesday, Jun 11, 2014, 8:35am
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Source: Smithsonian
Posted on: Wednesday, Jun 11, 2014, 8:35am
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Tomato extract relieves damaged arteries, finds Cambridge study
Researchers say they have shown that lycopene improves the function of blood vessels in cardiovascular disease patients
Researchers say they have shown that lycopene improves the function of blood vessels in cardiovascular disease patients
Molecular Biology
Source: TheGuardian
Posted on: Tuesday, Jun 10, 2014, 7:56am
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Source: TheGuardian
Posted on: Tuesday, Jun 10, 2014, 7:56am
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An Underwater Race To Transplant Miami's Rare Corals
A group of scientists is on an urgent mission: It's rushing to save as many corals as it can from Miami's shipping channel before the creatures are destroyed in an underwater excavation project.
A group of scientists is on an urgent mission: It's rushing to save as many corals as it can from Miami's shipping channel before the creatures are destroyed in an underwater excavation project.
Marine Biology
Source: NPR
Posted on: Thursday, Jun 05, 2014, 9:12am
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Source: NPR
Posted on: Thursday, Jun 05, 2014, 9:12am
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Jacques Cousteau's Grandson Plans To Spend A Month Underwater
Fabien Cousteau and a crew of five headed down to the underwater laboratory Aquarius, just off the Florida Keys, on Sunday. He and his team intend to stay submerged until July 2.
Fabien Cousteau and a crew of five headed down to the underwater laboratory Aquarius, just off the Florida Keys, on Sunday. He and his team intend to stay submerged until July 2.
Marine Biology
Source: NPR
Posted on: Tuesday, Jun 03, 2014, 8:15am
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Source: NPR
Posted on: Tuesday, Jun 03, 2014, 8:15am
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Teams build human protein catalogue
The first two attempts at a complete catalogue of human proteins, called the proteome, are published by independent teams of researchers.
The first two attempts at a complete catalogue of human proteins, called the proteome, are published by independent teams of researchers.
Molecular Biology
Source: BBC News
Posted on: Thursday, May 29, 2014, 9:07am
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Source: BBC News
Posted on: Thursday, May 29, 2014, 9:07am
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In Brief: Deep-sea Trawling Has “Devastating” Impact, Study Finds
Deep-sea trawling threatens the seafloor's health and diversity, suggests a Mediterranean canyon study.
Deep-sea trawling threatens the seafloor's health and diversity, suggests a Mediterranean canyon study.
Marine Biology
Source: National Geographic News
Posted on: Tuesday, May 20, 2014, 7:31am
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Source: National Geographic News
Posted on: Tuesday, May 20, 2014, 7:31am
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Daniel Nocera: Maverick Inventor of the Artificial Leaf
Nocera's invention can turn the energy of sunlight into a chemical fuel. But making it cheap and practical remains a hurdle.
Nocera's invention can turn the energy of sunlight into a chemical fuel. But making it cheap and practical remains a hurdle.
Plant Biology
Source: National Geographic News
Posted on: Tuesday, May 20, 2014, 7:31am
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Source: National Geographic News
Posted on: Tuesday, May 20, 2014, 7:31am
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Beautiful, Golden Jellyfish Invading Fisher's Nets Is a New Species
Fishers first spotted hundreds of them clogging their nets last fall off the coast of Venice, Italy.
Fishers first spotted hundreds of them clogging their nets last fall off the coast of Venice, Italy.
Marine Biology
Source: National Geographic News
Posted on: Friday, May 16, 2014, 8:02am
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Source: National Geographic News
Posted on: Friday, May 16, 2014, 8:02am
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Deep-sea 'graveyard' discovered
The discovery of a deep-sea graveyard is shedding light on the fate of dead ocean giants, scientists report.
The discovery of a deep-sea graveyard is shedding light on the fate of dead ocean giants, scientists report.
Marine Biology
Source: BBC News
Posted on: Tuesday, May 13, 2014, 8:06am
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Source: BBC News
Posted on: Tuesday, May 13, 2014, 8:06am
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Deep-sea sub 'implodes' 10km-down
One of the world's most capable deep-sea research vessels is lost while exploring the Kermadec Trench in New Zealand.
One of the world's most capable deep-sea research vessels is lost while exploring the Kermadec Trench in New Zealand.
Marine Biology
Source: BBC News
Posted on: Monday, May 12, 2014, 10:02am
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Source: BBC News
Posted on: Monday, May 12, 2014, 10:02am
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Spring flowers reveal their true selves in extreme close-up in pictures
Flowers are one of the great joys of spring, but viewing them under a scanning electron microscope uncovers a surreal, alien beauty. These images were created by the award-winning German microscopy team Eye of Science, comprising photographer Oliver Meckes and biologist Nicole Ottawa Continue reading...
Flowers are one of the great joys of spring, but viewing them under a scanning electron microscope uncovers a surreal, alien beauty. These images were created by the award-winning German microscopy team Eye of Science, comprising photographer Oliver Meckes and biologist Nicole Ottawa Continue reading...
Plant Biology
Source: TheGuardian
Posted on: Friday, May 09, 2014, 7:35am
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Source: TheGuardian
Posted on: Friday, May 09, 2014, 7:35am
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Coral Sea paradise is world's largest protected area
If undisturbed natural beauty is your bag, then the Pacific islands of New Caledonia are the place to be, with 1.3 million square kilometres now protected
If undisturbed natural beauty is your bag, then the Pacific islands of New Caledonia are the place to be, with 1.3 million square kilometres now protected
Marine Biology
Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Wednesday, May 07, 2014, 7:46am
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Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Wednesday, May 07, 2014, 7:46am
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Scientists vexed in probe of North American starfish deaths
Scientists are struggling to find the cause of a disease that is killing off numerous species of starfish on both the Pacific and Atlantic coasts of North America, dispatching the five-armed creatures in a particularly gruesome way.
Scientists are struggling to find the cause of a disease that is killing off numerous species of starfish on both the Pacific and Atlantic coasts of North America, dispatching the five-armed creatures in a particularly gruesome way.
Marine Biology
Source: Reuters
Posted on: Friday, May 02, 2014, 7:55am
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Source: Reuters
Posted on: Friday, May 02, 2014, 7:55am
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Experimental Technique Coaxes Muscles Destroyed By War To Regrow
By surgically transplanting material from pig bladders into the injured legs of several men, doctors prompted muscles to heal by growing and nurturing fresh, healthy cells.
By surgically transplanting material from pig bladders into the injured legs of several men, doctors prompted muscles to heal by growing and nurturing fresh, healthy cells.
Molecular Biology
Source: NPR
Posted on: Thursday, May 01, 2014, 7:44am
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Source: NPR
Posted on: Thursday, May 01, 2014, 7:44am
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A Whale Of A Problem: Town Faces Threat Of Exploding Carcass
The town of Trout River in Newfoundland has a bloated, methane-filled, 80-foot blue whale carcass on its beach, and people are concerned that it might spontaneously combust.
The town of Trout River in Newfoundland has a bloated, methane-filled, 80-foot blue whale carcass on its beach, and people are concerned that it might spontaneously combust.
Marine Biology
Source: NPR
Posted on: Thursday, May 01, 2014, 7:44am
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Source: NPR
Posted on: Thursday, May 01, 2014, 7:44am
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Plants Talk. Plants Listen. Here's How
Animals bark, sing, growl and chat. Plants, one would think, just sit there. But it turns out that plants bark, growl and chat as well. Here's how they do it.
Animals bark, sing, growl and chat. Plants, one would think, just sit there. But it turns out that plants bark, growl and chat as well. Here's how they do it.
Plant Biology
Source: NPR
Posted on: Wednesday, Apr 30, 2014, 7:39am
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Source: NPR
Posted on: Wednesday, Apr 30, 2014, 7:39am
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Genetic yacht lab maps sea life off Florida looking for cures
A team of scientists has begun collecting the genomes of sea creatures off the Florida coast in the hopes that unmapped species, some of which have the capacity to reverse disease and injury in themselves, may hold the key to new treatments for humans.
A team of scientists has begun collecting the genomes of sea creatures off the Florida coast in the hopes that unmapped species, some of which have the capacity to reverse disease and injury in themselves, may hold the key to new treatments for humans.
Marine Biology
Source: Reuters
Posted on: Wednesday, Apr 30, 2014, 7:39am
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Source: Reuters
Posted on: Wednesday, Apr 30, 2014, 7:39am
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Floating lab helps preserve "aliens of the sea"
Researcher Leonid Moroz and his team are hard at work, trying to preserve the most diverse place on Earth -- the sea
Researcher Leonid Moroz and his team are hard at work, trying to preserve the most diverse place on Earth -- the sea
Marine Biology
Source: CBSNews
Posted on: Tuesday, Apr 29, 2014, 8:40am
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Source: CBSNews
Posted on: Tuesday, Apr 29, 2014, 8:40am
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This Coral Has Shown It Can Weather Warmer Waters
Corals are not expected to do well with climate change. But the ability to adapt to warmer oceans could give them more time
Corals are not expected to do well with climate change. But the ability to adapt to warmer oceans could give them more time
Marine Biology
Source: Smithsonian
Posted on: Friday, Apr 25, 2014, 9:07am
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Source: Smithsonian
Posted on: Friday, Apr 25, 2014, 9:07am
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Maine Baby Lobster Decline Could End High Catches
Maine baby lobster decline could mean end to record catches as lobstermen, scientists worry
Maine baby lobster decline could mean end to record catches as lobstermen, scientists worry
Marine Biology
Source: ABC News
Posted on: Wednesday, Apr 23, 2014, 9:25am
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Source: ABC News
Posted on: Wednesday, Apr 23, 2014, 9:25am
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Mystery of 'ocean quacks' solved
The mystery of a bizarre quacking sound often heard in the Southern Ocean has finally been solved, scientists report.
The mystery of a bizarre quacking sound often heard in the Southern Ocean has finally been solved, scientists report.
Marine Biology
Source: BBC News
Posted on: Wednesday, Apr 23, 2014, 9:25am
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Source: BBC News
Posted on: Wednesday, Apr 23, 2014, 9:25am
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How Asteroid Strikes Preserved Signs of Ancient Life
When an asteroid plows into the Earth, it destroys pretty much everything in its path. But new research has shown that glass created during a searing asteroid impact can actually trap microscopic signs of life for millions of years, providing scientists with a snapshot of the biology in the area just before and after the strike.
When an asteroid plows into the Earth, it destroys pretty much everything in its path. But new research has shown that glass created during a searing asteroid impact can actually trap microscopic signs of life for millions of years, providing scientists with a snapshot of the biology in the area just before and after the strike.
Sichuan Pepper's Buzz May Reveal Secrets Of The Nervous System
The Sichuan peppercorn that makes our mouths tingle activates the same neurons as when our foot falls asleep. Scientists are hoping the connection unlocks clues for how to turn those neurons off.
The Sichuan peppercorn that makes our mouths tingle activates the same neurons as when our foot falls asleep. Scientists are hoping the connection unlocks clues for how to turn those neurons off.
Molecular Biology
Source: NPR
Posted on: Thursday, Apr 17, 2014, 7:31am
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Source: NPR
Posted on: Thursday, Apr 17, 2014, 7:31am
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Lost sea lion pup found more than 100 miles inland
Malnourished "Hoppie" is being nursed back to health after being found wandering in California's San Luis National Wildlife Refuge
Malnourished "Hoppie" is being nursed back to health after being found wandering in California's San Luis National Wildlife Refuge
Marine Biology
Source: CBSNews
Posted on: Thursday, Apr 17, 2014, 7:31am
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Source: CBSNews
Posted on: Thursday, Apr 17, 2014, 7:31am
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New species of killer sponges spotted off California coast
Video footage of the carnivorous sponges gives researchers insight into how they survive
Video footage of the carnivorous sponges gives researchers insight into how they survive
Marine Biology
Source: CBSNews
Posted on: Thursday, Apr 17, 2014, 7:31am
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Source: CBSNews
Posted on: Thursday, Apr 17, 2014, 7:31am
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Oh baby: Scientists find protein that lets egg and sperm hook up
You can forget about the birds and the bees. If you really want to learn how babies are made, you need to know about Juno and Izumo.
You can forget about the birds and the bees. If you really want to learn how babies are made, you need to know about Juno and Izumo.
Molecular Biology
Source: Reuters
Posted on: Thursday, Apr 17, 2014, 7:31am
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Source: Reuters
Posted on: Thursday, Apr 17, 2014, 7:31am
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