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Nature, Published online: 28 February 2022; doi:10.1038/s41586-021-04347-9 Author Correction: Inherent mosaicism and extensive mutation of human placentas

Nature, Published online: 28 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00604-7 The latest Nature Awards for Mentoring in Science recognized three researchers based in the South American country. Here’s their advice for providing excellent mentorship.

Nature, Published online: 28 February 2022; doi:10.1038/s41586-022-04581-9 Molecular basis of receptor binding and antibody neutralization of Omicron

Nature, Published online: 28 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00517-5 Researchers are scrambling to develop encryption systems that could defeat future quantum computers.

Nature, Published online: 28 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00564-y Wansheng Jiang studies the endangered Chinese giant salamander to better protect its habitat.

Nature, Published online: 28 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00507-7 The month’s sharpest science shots, selected by Nature’s photo team.

Nature, Published online: 28 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00560-2 Governments must focus on solutions that are already working, even when they aren’t glamorous or supported by powerful lobbyists.

Nature, Published online: 28 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00563-z ‘Executable manuscripts’ insert results directly into documents, eliminating common mistakes.

Your departure day has finally arrived. You’re packed, all your gear is ready, all batteries are charged and your adrenalin is pumping. It’s time to begin your photo safari to do a wildlife shoot of your favorite mammal, bird, predator, macro subject and more. A natural instinct is to grab your longest lens to get that once-in-a-lifetime shot. While it’s true that capturing a full-frame portrait of your favorite subject can produce a winner, does it always provide the best shot? Conversely, showing too much of the surroundings in which the animal is located can leave the viewer wondering why the image was made. This is a dilemma that every wildlife shooter faces. Should we zoom in to get the headshot and come home with a full-frame portrait or lay off the huge lens and include some of the environment? When it comes to environmental vs. portrait photography, the best of all worlds is to encounter situations where you come home with both types of award-winning images. The key lies in ...

Photo By Ross Stone Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Romantic Vista” by Ross Stone. 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 Ross Stone appeared first on Outdoor Photographer .

Nature, Published online: 27 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00584-8 Report authors say that the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 jumped from animals sold at the market into people twice in late 2019 — but some scientists want more definitive evidence.

Photo By Zita Quentin Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Red Foxes” by Zita Quentin. Location: Kodiak, Alaska. “Three red foxes were playing on the shore,” explains Quentin. “Two of them headed up to these rocks and they both stopped and posed for a second.” 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 Zita Quentin appeared first on Outdoor Photographer .

Congratulations to Gerry Groeber for winning the recent Snow And Ice Scenes Assignment with the image, “Desert Snow.” See more of Groeber’s photography at www.gerrygroeber.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 Snow And Ice Scenes Assignment Winner Gerry Groeber appeared first on Outdoor Photographer .

Nature, Published online: 25 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00583-9 The neutrino network primed to catch the next supernova explosion in our galactic neighbourhood

Photo By Colette Cannataro “These two young bison bulls suddenly began sparring with each other, giving me sparse time to drop to the ground and capture the action at eye level,” Colette Cannataro recalls. “It was winter in Yellowstone, and they weren’t fighting over anything but merely testing each other’s strength with minimal risk of injury. In late spring, mature bulls compete for real for mating opportunities, with dust flying instead of snow. It was very exciting to witness this ritual of nature and to capture it for others to see as well.” See more of Colette Cannataro’s work at colettecannataro.com . Nikon D850, Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | S at 360mm. Exposure: 1/800 sec., ƒ/6.3, ISO 320. The post Last Frame: Young Bison Bulls Spar appeared first on Outdoor Photographer .

Nature, Published online: 25 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00512-w Fears of excessive interference cloud proposal for protecting children whose genomes were edited, as He Jiankui’s release from jail looks imminent.

Whether you spend the winter in frigid temperatures and knee-deep snow or are just dreaming of your next beach escape, these gorgeous tropical destinations are adored by nature photographers and those who just want maximum relaxation while on vacation. Check out the slideshow below for a quick escape to paradise and find the location information provided by the photographer below each image. [ See image gallery at www.outdoorphotographer.com ] The post 14 Images Of Tropical Destinations appeared first on Outdoor Photographer .

Nature, Published online: 24 February 2022; doi:10.1038/s41586-022-04525-3 Retraction Note: A 10 per cent increase in global land evapotranspiration from 2003 to 2019

Nature, Published online: 24 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00509-5 The arrival of British settlers disrupted Indigenous burning practices, setting the stage for large and destructive blazes.

Canon has announced two new super telephoto primes ideal for wildlife and sports photographers, the RF800mm F5.6 L IS USM and RF1200mm F8 L IS USM. The latter is the longest lens yet for Canon’s EOS R mirrorless system, and both lenses are compatible with Canon’s RF1.4x and RF2x extenders for extreme telephoto reach up to an incredible 2400mm with the RF1200mm F8 L IS USM and RF2x. Canon RF800mm F5.6 L IS USM The RF800mm F5.6 L IS USM has a minimum focusing distance of 8.53 feet. Built-in image stabilization provides up to 4.5 stops of correction. The lens is 6.4 inches in diameter, 17 inches in length and weighs 6.9 pounds. Slightly heavier at 7.4 pounds—but remarkably light for a lens of this focal length—the RF1200mm F8 L IS USM has a minimum focusing distance of 14.1 feet and includes optical image stabilization capable of up to 4 stops of correction. The lens is 6.6 inches in diameter and just over 21 inches in length. Canon RF1200mm F8 L IS USM Both lenses feature two cu...

Nature, Published online: 24 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00555-z The US Department of Justice announced major changes to the espionage-protection programme. But scientists hope for further acknowledgement of the damage done.

Nature, Published online: 24 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00428-5 The fast-moving variant poses new puzzles in viral transmission, severity and evolution.

Nature, Published online: 24 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00525-5 A dispute prompted by pensions cuts now encompasses pay, job security and workloads exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Nature, Published online: 24 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00490-z The rodents learn from their mistakes to become accurate at judging the time needed to execute a lever push.

Nature, Published online: 23 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00551-3 The largest pterosaur fossil from the Jurassic Period has been uncovered in Scotland. Plus, what we know about the BA.2 Omicron variant and the ambitious plan to track diversity in journals.

Photo By Christopher Baker Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Spear Fishing” by Christopher Baker. Location: Madison, Alabama. “A great blue heron showing off his breakfast,” describes Baker. 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 Christopher Baker appeared first on Outdoor Photographer .

Nature, Published online: 23 February 2022; doi:10.1038/s41586-022-04394-w A meta-analysis combining whole-exome sequencing data from UK Biobank participants and imputed genotypes from FinnGen participants enables identification of genetic associations with human disease in the rare and low-frequency allelic spectrum

Nature, Published online: 23 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00426-7 Efforts to chart and reduce bias in scholarly publishing will ask authors, reviewers and editors to disclose their race or ethnicity.

Nature, Published online: 23 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00494-9 The latest science news, in brief.

Photo By Rick Furmanek Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Snowcapped Four Peaks” by Rick Furmanek. Location: Arizona. 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 Rick Furmanek appeared first on Outdoor Photographer .

The designation of “national monument” evokes statues and memorial buildings that do not sound too interesting for landscape photographers. However, in the United States, the term has a different meaning. What you will find among our national monuments are vast lands rivaling the national parks in beauty, diversity, cultural heritage and unique photographic destinations. You will not find crowds, tight regulations or over-photographed views. Get ready for an adventure off the beaten path. Whitmore Canyon Overlook, morning. Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument, Arizona. What Are National Monuments? Like national parks, national monuments are federally protected areas. They vary in size from less than an acre to surface areas comparable to large U.S. states. They preserve natural or historic features. The main administrative difference is that only Congress can designate a national park, whereas presidents can proclaim a national monument on their own thanks to a 1906 law called...

Nature, Published online: 22 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00487-8 A dive into old data reveals that the space rock Elektra has not two moons, but three.

Nature, Published online: 22 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00520-w Nature highlights three key graphics from the week in science and research.

Nature, Published online: 21 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00522-8 How neutrinos will trigger telescopes to catch the first moments of a supernova in our galaxy. Plus, hear from scientists in Peru about a devastating oil spill and researchers in Ukraine about their fears for the future.

Nature, Published online: 22 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00424-9 Governments and organizations responsible for crucial COVID data must focus on what matters.

Nature, Published online: 22 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00495-8 Go beyond the attitudes of individuals and focus more on what governments must do to build people’s trust and ensure easy access to vaccines for all.

Nature, Published online: 22 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00478-9 Don’t just mandate open data, fund it

Nature, Published online: 22 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00476-x Apply Singapore Index on Cities’ Biodiversity at scale

Nature, Published online: 22 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00477-w Europe reforms its research evaluation and management

Nature, Published online: 22 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00518-4 Conservationist Charlie Gardner explains why he joined Scientists for Extinction Rebellion and its civil-disobedience protests.

Photo By Tim Nicol Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Whitetail in the Snow” by Tim Nicol. Location: Republic, Washington. 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 Tim Nicol appeared first on Outdoor Photographer .

Nature, Published online: 18 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00516-6 For people with weakened immune systems in the US, the pandemic is only getting worse. Plus, China sets out its bold space agenda and the Perseverance rover’s first year on Mars.

Photo By Amy Ames Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Waiting for the Ice” by Amy Ames. Location: Near Churchill, Manitoba. “A late freeze in Canada this year left many bears waiting for the ice to freeze so they could begin their journey out on the ice,” explains Ames. “I was there as the snow was just beginning to fall and temperatures were dropping, thankfully.” 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 Amy Ames appeared first on Outdoor Photographer .

Nature, Published online: 21 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00497-6 Computational microbiologist Gregorio Iraola leads a consortium focused on tailoring public-health interventions for local needs.

Nature, Published online: 21 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00425-8 When a star from our Galactic neighbourhood explodes, it could outshine the Moon. Researchers are racing to get ready for the fireworks.

Nature, Published online: 21 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00496-7 Methods that meld imaging with sequencing are uncovering the organizational principles of the genome — and how it influences cell fates.

Nature, Published online: 21 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00427-6 There’s so much more to the Arctic than tundra, explorers and pseudoscience.

Last week, in part one of this two-part tip, we learned about the grand landscape and how to include foreground, mid-ground and background perspectives in your images. This week’s tip has you use telephoto eyes to pick out narrow sections of the landscape and zero in on a smaller scale. While many people associate landscapes with wide-angle lenses, it limits the number of potential images and subject matter that may wind up on the hard drive. Rather than take in the entire scene, break it into blocks and study each section. Exhaust All Possibilities and break out the telephoto. Food for thought: Most wildlife photographers reach for the telephoto when they encounter a beautiful subject to capture the elusive portrait. That being said, a better image could be created if a wide angle was used to show the animal in the environment! The same works with landscapes. The sprawling set of sea stacks or majestic mountains may be bathed in light, but a much narrower section of the landscap...

Photo By NamHui Anderson Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Because of the Lingering Feelings of Time” by NamHui Anderson. 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 NamHui Anderson appeared first on Outdoor Photographer .

Photo By Laura Zirino Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Perfect Christmas Card” by Laura Zirino. Location: Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona. “The first snow on the Grand Canyon looks like the perfect Christmas card,” says Zirino. 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 Laura Zirino appeared first on Outdoor Photographer .

Nature, Published online: 19 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00505-9 Researchers say that conflict will hinder progress made since Ukraine’s revolution in 2014.

Nature, Published online: 18 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00485-w Andrew Robinson reviews five of the week’s best science picks.

Nature, Published online: 18 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00463-2 When mouse pups first open their eyes, what they see shapes neuronal connectivity. A study shows that this visual experience has cell-type-specific effects, acting only on a subset of malleable neurons.

Nature, Published online: 18 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00439-2 In the next five years, the nation hopes to launch a robotic craft to an asteroid and two lunar missions.

Nature, Published online: 18 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00429-4 Nobel prizewinner whose universal catalysts transformed chemistry.

Nature, Published online: 17 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00500-0 Immunity acquired through previous infection seems to be less effective against Omicron. Plus, a seismic shift in practice at the NIH and how to find the perfect fit for your first scientific role in industry.

Nature, Published online: 17 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00469-w The rover collected exciting rock samples on the first leg of its epic journey. Next, it will turn towards an ancient river delta to look for past life.

Nature, Published online: 17 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00484-x Celebrated sociologist Alondra Nelson and genome leader Francis Collins will temporarily split Lander’s duties.

Congratulations to Linn Smith for winning the Your Best Photo Of 2021 Assignment with the image, “Jet of Liquid.” See more of Smith’s photography at 500px . 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 Your Best Photo Of 2021 Assignment Winner Linn Smith appeared first on Outdoor Photographer .

Photo By Jody Partin Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Lolo Pass” by Jody Partin. Location: Idaho. 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 Jody Partin appeared first on Outdoor Photographer .

Nature, Published online: 17 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00405-y Global Disability Summit demands health equity

Nature, Published online: 16 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00483-y Cord-blood treatment offers new hope for more people with HIV to be cured. Plus, Omicron puts pressure on Hong Kong’s zero-COVID strategy and what happens when a retinal implant becomes obsolete.

Nature, Published online: 16 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00455-2 Therapy reduces study participants’ levels of respiratory syncytial virus — and ‘mucus weight’.

Nature, Published online: 16 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00471-2 Early studies suggest that the BA.2 lineage might prolong the Omicron wave, but won’t necessarily cause a fresh surge of COVID infections.

Nature, Published online: 16 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00342-w Authors in low-income countries rarely published free-to-read papers, even when they qualified for publication-fee waivers.

Nature, Published online: 16 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00412-z The latest science news, in brief.

Nature, Published online: 15 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00436-5 An X-ray scan helps to show how the pharaoh’s knife was forged — and suggests a prestigious pedigree.

Grand Island National Recreation Area is located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, surrounded by the crystal-clear waters of Lake Superior, about a half-mile offshore from the town of Munising. This 13,500-acre wilderness island is part of the Hiawatha National Forest and features massive sandstone cliffs, just across the lake from its famous neighbor, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. Summer visitors arrive by ferry or kayak and enjoy hiking, mountain biking and backpacking. Winter visitors face the daunting and potentially dangerous task of crossing Lake Superior on snowshoes, cross-country skis or snowmobiles to access a wonderland of ice caves and ice curtains that stretch for miles along its rugged shore.  Weather At Grand Island National Recreation Area Lake Superior can produce extreme weather that can evolve very quickly. Winter temperatures can range from the upper 20s all the way down to well below zero. Be sure to check local weather reports before making the trek, keep...

Nature, Published online: 15 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00433-8 Efforts to clean up beaches could be aided by a model that traces the movement of floating plastic debris.

Nature, Published online: 15 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00462-3 Let data guide discussions on equality, say Juliana Hipólito and Luisa Maria Diele-Viegas.

Nature, Published online: 15 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00382-2 Understanding factors that lead to the development of multiple sclerosis might aid efforts to develop new therapies. Clinical data now implicate a viral culprit and immune-system dysfunction as underlying factors in this condition.

Nature, Published online: 14 February 2022; doi:10.1038/s41586-022-04524-4 Synthesis of chiral sulfinate esters by asymmetric condensation

Nature, Published online: 14 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00420-z A CT-like scan images what’s inside a live cell in 3D — including the interactions of its components.

Nature, Published online: 14 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00430-x Latest effort to weigh the elusive particle produces a more precise estimate of its upper limit.

Nature, Published online: 14 February 2022; doi:10.1038/s41586-021-04369-3 A method called vessel isolation and nuclei extraction for sequencing (VINE-seq) produces a molecular map of vascular and perivascular cell types in the human brain and reveals their contributions to Alzheimer’s disease risk.

Nature, Published online: 14 February 2022; doi:10.1038/s41586-022-04396-8 The gut-derived molecule 4-ethylphenol influences complex behaviours in mice through effects on oligodendrocyte function and myelin patterning in the brain.

Nature, Published online: 14 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00451-6 How networks can help to win research grants and equip labs in Africa.

Nature, Published online: 14 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00350-w A method for isolating and analysing the elusive cells of the blood–brain barrier is used to map the expression of genes in the blood vessels of the human brain. Unravelling the molecular basis of this vasculature expands our understanding of overall brain health, disease and treatment.

Nature, Published online: 11 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00447-2 Even a mild case of COVID-19 can increase a person’s risk of cardiovascular problems. Plus, Guinea worm disease is on the brink of eradication in people and how health care is entwined with the Amazon’s survival.

Photo By jmcgary2001 Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Pine Marten 3” by jmcgary2001. 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 jmcgary2001 appeared first on Outdoor Photographer .

Nature, Published online: 14 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00416-9 Paula Littlejohn researches how nutrients in early life affect long-term health.

Nature, Published online: 14 February 2022; doi:10.1038/d41586-022-00413-y The vital connection between body parts provides insight into the evolution of vertebrates’ closest kin.

If you’re a regular reader of my tips, you know I highly revere light. I’ve written a number of tips on many different aspects of how it impacts any subject and any image. As I’ve been quoted often, “It’s All About The Light.” That being said, I sat in front of my computer screen and pondered a way to come up with an idea to write a two-part tip that’s not simply entitled, “Composition.” When I make landscapes, I like to “Exhaust All Possibilities.” That means I capture the grand landscape and the intimate landscape. That’s it! Hence this week’s and next week’s tips! Many factors go into making a good grand landscape photo. It’s not necessary to incorporate all of them into a single photo, so don’t feel compelled. As a matter of fact, most great landscape images include just a few. As someone who loves to share my knowledge, I offer the following list. While it’s extensive, know the focus of this week’s tip concentrates on a single aspect. This unto itself provides a hint of just ho...