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Warmer Soils Release Additional CO2 Into Atmosphere; Effect Stabilizes Over Longer Term

Study sheds light on how soil microorganisms respond to temperature, and could improve predictions of how climate warming will affect the carbon dioxide flux from soils.

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Moth Navigation Probed To Improve Micro-Drone Flight

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Focus: Coffee Stains Test Universal Equation

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Who Will Step Up To Exascale?

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Molecular And Microscopic Evidence Of Viruses In Marine Copepods

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Mercury Emissions Threaten Aquatic Environments

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Study Finds Linchpin Of Skin Response To UVA Light
A team of researchers has discovered that human melaoncyte skin cells rely on an ion channel called TRPA1 to allow a flood of calcium ions into the cells when they are exposed to UVA light.

Global Plant Diversity Hinges On Local Battles Against Invasive Species
Scientists have discovered that invasive plant species decrease biodiversity at small -- but not at large -- scales.

Novel Technique Reveals Dynamics Of Telomere DNA Structure
Scientists have used a new technique to reveal structural and mechanical properties of telomeres that could help guide the development of new anti-cancer drugs.

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