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Nature, Published online: 31 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01432-x Molecular biophysicist Brighton Samatanga hopes to develop crops resistant to drought and pests.

Photo By Valerie Millett Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Sunrise Canyon” by Valerie Millett. Location: Arizona. “I did a through-hike of the Fork Trail to explore a little unknown slot canyon several miles into the canyon,” says Millett. “This was part of an overnight backpacking trip. Just about a half a mile past this point, I’d fall and injure myself and have to be airlifted out of the canyon with several injuries.” Want to get your images in the running for a Photo of the Day feature? Photo of the Day is chosen from various galleries, including Assignments ,  Galleries  and  Contests . Assignments have weekly winners that are featured on the website homepage, Facebook , Twitter  and Instagram . To get your photos in the running, all you have to do is submit them. The post Photo Of The Day By Valerie Millett appeared first on Outdoor Photographer .

An important guideline to follow is to prevent mergers when you construct a composition. Mergers appear when photographers ignore subject overlap. When subjects converge and become one, the viewer of the photo misses out on seeing portions of the subject that are partially hidden. For instance, when two four-legged animals merge, it’s often difficult to differentiate the legs of one subject from the other. This creates a distraction as the viewer has to decipher the composition rather than appreciate it for what it is. Mergers can also occur when a subject appears along the edge of the frame and part of it is chopped off. An additional way mergers appear in photos is when there’s a tonal merger. When like light or dark colors overlap one another, it’s difficult to discern one from the other. Here’s a look at these different mergers to help you avoid them in your photos. Subject Merger When important elements overlap, it’s known as a subject merger. The prototypical example that alwa...

Photo By Robert Henderson Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Red Colobus Critique” by Robert Henderson. Location: Jozani Forest, Zanzibar Island, Tanzania. “The arboreal leaf-eating Zanzibar red colobus monkeys in the Jozani Forrest are habituated to the presence of humans, but it doesn’t stop them stop them looking a little horrified as they’re commenting to each other about my camera technique,” says Henderson. “They watched me for a few moments and then went back to their normal foraging and play.” Canon EOS 7D Mark II, Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 IS II USM lens at 400mm. Exposure: 1/200 sec., f/6.3, ISO 8000. Want to get your images in the running for a Photo of the Day feature? Photo of the Day is chosen from various galleries, including Assignments ,  Galleries  and  Contests . Assignments have weekly winners that are featured on the website homepage, Facebook , Twitter  and Instagram . To get your photos in the running, all you have to do is submit them. The...

Photo By Gary Fua Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Charmed” by Gary Fua. Location: Bonsai Rock, Lake Tahoe, Nevada. Want to get your images in the running for a Photo of the Day feature? Photo of the Day is chosen from various galleries, including Assignments ,  Galleries  and  Contests . Assignments have weekly winners that are featured on the website homepage, Facebook , Twitter  and Instagram . To get your photos in the running, all you have to do is submit them. The post Photo Of The Day By Gary Fua appeared first on Outdoor Photographer .

Nature, Published online: 28 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01472-3 The US National Academy of Sciences has terminated astronomer Geoffrey Marcy’s membership, in light of sexual-harassment complaints. Plus, hundreds of gibberish papers lurk in the literature and a research-integrity specialist faces legal action.

Nature, Published online: 28 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01466-1 Cosmologists have unveiled a trove of fresh data, but the measurements do not settle earlier questions about the Universe’s unexpected smoothness.

Congratulations to Douglas Croft for winning the Contrasting Seasons Assignment with the image, “Ahwahnee Meadow.” See more of Croft’s photography at www.douglascroftimages.com . View the winning image and a selection of submissions in the gallery below. And be sure to check out our current photography assignment  here  and enter your best shots! [ See image gallery at www.outdoorphotographer.com ] The post Contrasting Seasons Assignment Winner Douglas Croft appeared first on Outdoor Photographer .

Photo By James Day Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Brotherly Love” by James Day. Location: Lake Clark National Park, Alaska. Want to get your images in the running for a Photo of the Day feature? Photo of the Day is chosen from various galleries, including Assignments ,  Galleries  and  Contests . Assignments have weekly winners that are featured on the website homepage, Facebook , Twitter  and Instagram . To get your photos in the running, all you have to do is submit them. The post Photo Of The Day By James Day appeared first on Outdoor Photographer .

Nature, Published online: 27 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01463-4 Discussions about the origins of SARS-CoV-2 must focus on the evidence, say scientists. Plus, the organoids helping to beat COVID-19 and an end to the 14-day rule for lab-grown human embryos.

Nature, Published online: 28 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01445-6 Biden is reviewing Trump’s shrinking of Utah’s Bears Ears and Grand Staircase–Escalante reserves — scientists say a reversal will ensure archaeological and fossil treasures are preserved for study.

Nature, Published online: 27 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01461-6 This is the first time the National Academy of Sciences has kicked out a member for violating its amended code of conduct.

Nature, Published online: 27 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01436-7 Hundreds of nonsensical computer-generated articles, spotted years after the problem was first seen, could lead to a wave of retractions.

Photo By David Connel Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Dearly Beloved” by David Connel. Location: Florida. “I spent a few days photographing at a central Florida bird rookery,” says Connel. “I’d train my camera on any nest that had interesting bird behavior. When these great egrets intertwined their necks, I knew I had a special pair-bonding image. The egret in the background gave it a comical look as if presiding over a wedding ceremony.” Exposure: 1/1250 sec., f/5, ISO 500, 280mm. Want to get your images in the running for a Photo of the Day feature? Photo of the Day is chosen from various galleries, including Assignments ,  Galleries  and  Contests . Assignments have weekly winners that are featured on the website homepage, Facebook , Twitter  and Instagram . To get your photos in the running, all you have to do is submit them. The post Photo Of The Day By David Connel appeared first on Outdoor Photographer .

Nature, Published online: 27 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01430-z Researchers say the complaint filed against Elisabeth Bik could have a ‘chilling effect’ on scholarly criticism.

Nature, Published online: 27 May 2021; doi:10.1038/s41586-021-03653-6 BNT162b2 vaccine induces neutralizing antibodies and poly-specific T cells in humans

Nature, Published online: 27 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01383-3 Allegations that COVID escaped from a Chinese lab make it harder for nations to collaborate on ending the pandemic — and fuel online bullying, some scientists say.

Nature, Published online: 26 May 2021; doi:10.1038/s41586-021-03573-5 MARK4 regulates cardiomyocyte contractility by promoting MAP4 phosphorylation, which facilitates the access of VASH2 to microtubules for the detyrosination of α-tubulin; MARK4 deficiency after acute myocardial infarction limits the reduction in the left ventricular ejection fraction.

Nature, Published online: 26 May 2021; doi:10.1038/s41586-021-03597-x Systemic genome-led vaccinology and a mouse model of Trypanosoma vivax infection identify protective invariant subunit vaccine antigens, and demonstrate the possibility of generating effective vaccines that induce long-lasting protection against trypanosome infections.

Nature, Published online: 26 May 2021; doi:10.1038/s41586-021-03580-6 Mouse models of NF1-associated optic pathway glioma show that tumour initiation and growth are driven by aberrantly high levels of NLGN3 shedding in the optic nerve in response to retinal neuron activity.

Nature, Published online: 26 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01331-1 Nanocrystals with tailored shapes and compositions have been shown to form ‘superlattice’ arrays analogous to the ionic lattices of perovskite compounds. One such superlattice exhibits a phenomenon called superfluorescence.

Nature, Published online: 26 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01423-y The International Society for Stem Cell Research relaxed the famous 14-day rule on culturing human embryos in its latest research guidelines.

Nature, Published online: 26 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01355-7 An analysis of mobile-phone tracking data has revealed a universal pattern that describes the interplay between the distances travelled by humans on trips and the frequency with which those trips are made.

Nature, Published online: 26 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01353-9 Light-induced activation of neuronal cells in the retina stimulates the formation of optic-nerve tumours in cancer-prone mice, revealing a potential role of neuronal activity in cancer initiation.

Photo By Heather Nicole Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Amazing Africa” by Heather Nicole. Location: Kenya. “While on safari in Kenya, my group of photographers was lucky enough to capture a perfect African sunset as the sun slowly dropped behind an iconic acacia tree,” says Nicole. Want to get your images in the running for a Photo of the Day feature? Photo of the Day is chosen from various galleries, including Assignments ,  Galleries  and  Contests . Assignments have weekly winners that are featured on the website homepage, Facebook , Twitter  and Instagram . To get your photos in the running, all you have to do is submit them. The post Photo Of The Day By Heather Nicole appeared first on Outdoor Photographer .

Nature, Published online: 26 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01401-4 The nation’s remarkable growth in science publishing is showing signs of a slowdown.

Nature, Published online: 26 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01402-3 Barriers to cooperation could create a more competitive, less collegiate research landscape.

Nature, Published online: 26 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01386-0 Rivalry between China and other countries could diminish global scientific collaboration — just when it is most needed.

Nature, Published online: 26 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01407-y A description of the terminology and methodology used in this supplement, and a guide to the functionality available free online at natureindex.com.

Nature, Published online: 26 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01405-0 China sets lofty goals as it vies for global dominance in the highly competitive fields of quantum science, space exploration and nanocatalysis.

Nature, Published online: 26 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01403-2 From output and investments to the nation’s most prolific areas, a visual overview of China’s research performance.

Nature, Published online: 26 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01406-z While movement of students between domestic and foreign universities slows, China’s joint-venture model is gaining traction.

Nature, Published online: 26 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01404-1 With research spanning particle physics, solar power, conservation and the mechanisms of coronavirus transmission, these researchers are standouts in China’s vast talent hub.

Nature, Published online: 26 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01422-z A shot at redemption.

Nature, Published online: 26 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01005-y Meet the people who advise researcher entrepreneurs on patents, licensing, business plans and commercial partnerships.

Nature, Published online: 26 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01397-x Two books offer complementary insights into how artificial intelligence is shaping society.

Nature, Published online: 26 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01395-z Virologists have infected millions of miniature organs with SARS-CoV-2, to learn how the virus wreaks havoc and how to stop it.

Nature, Published online: 26 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01388-y The latest science news, in brief.

Nature, Published online: 26 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01415-y Face-to-face interactions beat digital ones for gaining familiarity with someone else’s face.

Nature, Published online: 26 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01426-9 ChulaCov19 designer Kiat Ruxrungtham talks about his aim to make Thailand an mRNA vaccine hub, and the challenge of competing with bigger rivals.

Wildflowers are one of the more challenging subjects in nature photography to capture successfully. There are many aspects to learn, but it’s all the more rewarding when the outcome is positive. I have made many mistakes over the years photographing wildflowers, and I hope to pass on some of the wisdom I’ve accumulated with these wildflower photography tips. Mt. Rainier from the Backside During Wildflower Season, Mt. Rainier National Park, Washington. The backside of Mt. Rainier is seen from the wildflower meadows of Indian Henry’s Hunting Ground during a summer sunset. Our goal is to capture the vibrancy and color of wildflowers within the broader landscape. When we look at pictures of wildflowers, often the first thing that catches our attention is that the color seems to “pop” off the page. When composing, it’s essential to think of how color, shape and light interact with one another and arrange your compositions to enhance those interactions for the strongest visual impact. T...

Nature, Published online: 25 May 2021; doi:10.1038/d41586-021-01437-6 Nearly 1,000 respondents to a US survey urge careful thought about future professional pathways.