Advances

“Sexually transmitted” plant viruses may be on the rise because of agricultural activity

For the first time, researchers have used this bacterial tool to edit genes in human cells

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Energy stored in the front legs of gangly orb-weaving spiders helps them live to mate another day

They could find use as protective material, 3-D printer “ink” or longer-lasting batteries

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