18-Mar-2026 Mizzou scientists learn how plants protect themselves from multiple stressors University of Missouri-Columbia Researchers at the University of Missouri have discovered certain proteins may be the key to saving plants’ lives when multiple stressors hit at the same time. This knowledge may one day lead to crops that are more resistant to harsh conditions brought on by multiple stressors during the same growing seasons. In a recent study, Mizzou scientists found that Arabidopsis thaliana, a plant that serves as a popular model organism for biology research, needs a specific protein to protect itself when exposed to simultaneous stress from excessive heat, sunlight and salty soil. The findings pave the way for scientists to better understand the underlying cellular biology that allows plants to survive even when hit by multiple stressors. Journal Science Advances
17-Mar-2026 HSE scientists uncover mechanism behind placental lipid metabolism disorders in preeclampsia National Research University Higher School of Economics Scientists at HSE University have discovered that in preeclampsia—one of the most severe complications of pregnancy—the placenta remodels its lipid metabolism, reducing its own cholesterol synthesis while increasing cholesterol transfer to the foetus. This compensatory mechanism helps sustain foetal nutrition but accelerates placental deterioration and may lead to preterm birth. The study findings have been published in Frontiers in Molecular Biosciences. Journal Frontiers in Molecular Biosciences
17-Mar-2026 Decline in Japanese chum salmon linked to climate change Hokkaido University Today, most of the salmon consumed in Japan is imported from countries like Chile and Norway, according to the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. But just two decades ago, Japanese chum salmon made up a much larger share of domestic salmon consumption. Their numbers have declined sharply in recent years, and new research from Hokkaido University suggests that this decline may be linked to the loss of their natural habitats along their migratory routes. Journal Scientific Reports
11-Mar-2026 Cell lineage tracing: Methods, applications, and challenges Higher Education Press Over the past two decades, cell biologists and computational biologists have worked to develop lineage tracing techniques that can decode the relationships between progenitor cells and their differentiated progeny. Journal Quantitative Biology
10-Mar-2026 Insights into advantages and limitations of network pharmacology in traditional Chinese medicine Xia & He Publishing Inc. Network pharmacology, an interdisciplinary field integrating systems biology, bioinformatics, and network science, has emerged as a transformative approach in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) research. By enabling multi-component, multi-target, and multi-pathway analysis, it aligns closely with the holistic philosophy of TCM and offers new avenues for understanding complex herbal formulations, pharmacological mechanisms, and drug development. Journal Future Integrative Medicine
10-Mar-2026 HKU marine scientists reveal giant clam feeding strategy could determine their future survival The University of Hong Kong A research team from the Swire Institute of Marine Science (SWIMS) and the School of Biological Sciences of The University of Hong Kong (HKU) has helped address this question by developing an innovative mathematical model that allows conservationists to easily assess feeding strategies of different giant clam species. This knowledge can help conservationists to predict the future vulnerability of different giant clam species and identify those in need of timely protection. Journal Communications Biology
4-Mar-2026 Thymus function may hold the key to understanding immune ageing Science Exploration Press Researchers from the Southern University of Science and Technology propose a “thymus-centric” framework to combat immunosenescence and improve health outcomes in older adults. Journal Ageing and Cancer Research & Treatment Funder Guangdong Science and Technology Program, Shenzhen Science and Technology Program, Shenzhen Science and Technology Program
3-Mar-2026 Powering forward: A year of discovery in mitochondrial science KeAi Communications Co., Ltd. Mitochondria are the powerhouses of the cell and also a key factor in unraveling life processes and disease mechanisms. As a platform featuring cutting-edge perspectives in mitochondrial biology, Mitochondrial Communications is committed to advancing interdisciplinary research oriented toward mitochondrial health, with the aim of rapidly publishing high-quality, rigorously peer-reviewed research articles, reviews, and commentaries. Journal Mitochondrial Communications
3-Mar-2026 Editors’ picks high-impact articles Higher Education Press As global men’s health research rapidly advances toward precision and intelligence, multiple articles in UroPrecision have garnered sustained attention and high readership. In this issue, we have selected 9 high-impact articles covering topics such as artificial intelligence, minimally invasive prostate treatments, sexual and regenerative medicine, and reproductive endocrinology and male infertility. Together, they highlight the current focal points in clinical and translational research. Journal UroPrecision
