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AlphaFold 'goes viral': database adds protein complexes of common viruses

Nature, Published online: 24 September 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03022-1 AI predictions could help with pandemic preparedness, but they will need experimental confirmation.

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Crown-of-thorns starfish can help reefs thrive

Crown-of-thorns starfish (COTS) are infamous in the marine world. Their toxin-loaded thorns give them a menacing appearance, and they have a reputation as destroyers of coral reefs. New research from the University of Sydney challenges the perception of COTS as purely destructive.

Delaying cherry blossom to reduce frost damage

Climate change is causing many fruit trees to flower earlier, increasing their exposure to damaging late spring frosts. A study led by the University of Göttingen shows that the plant growth regulator ethephon can delay flowering in Kordia, a sweet cherry variety, potentially protecting blossoms and developing fruitlets from frost.

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