Second-most distant galaxy discovered using James Webb Space Telescope
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The second- and fourth-most distant galaxies ever observed have been discovered in a region of space known as Pandora’s Cluster.

Many planets beyond our solar system follow nearly circular orbital paths
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Artists conception of Kepler-385 system

New analysis of data from NASA's Kepler space telescope reveals that many planets follow nearly circular orbital paths.

Electrical control of quantum phenomenon could improve future electronic devices
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schematic of QAH insulator switching electron directions

Researchers demonstrate how to electronically alter the direction of electron flow in promising materials for quantum computers.

Ruffed grouse population more resilient than expected, genetic study finds
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Ruffed grouse puffed up in snow. Credit HKorber, Pennsylvania Game Commission

Additional protections could help prevent further declines in the species.

New strategies may reduce treatment failure in malaria by up to 81%
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Researchers have identified new strategies for reducing the failure rate of current malaria treatment methods.

Could RNA folding play a role in the origin of life?
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Structure of tRNA molecules overlaid on image of membraneless compartments

RNAs with naturally occurring chemical modifications fold better than unmodified RNAs inside membraneless compartments that model protocells

Novel approach to engineered cells may enable molecular medical imaging
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New technology enhances production of cells used in research and medical imaging with single-cell accuracy.

Penn State team to triple size of forensic database of mitochondrial DNA
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A grant from the National Institute of Justice will fund the sequencing of 10,000 human mitochondrial genomes.

Testing 58 wildlife species for SARS-CoV-2 among goals of $4.5M USDA grant
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Researchers will collect samples from wildlife to test for SARS-CoV-2 with a goal of monitoring for potential spillback to humans.

Research Lab Profile: Muechler Group
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