Virus-like nanoparticles control the multicellular organization and reproduction of host bacteria Researchers have discovered that virus-like nanoparticles can promote the multicellular organization and reproduction of host bacteria. These particles, which are evolutionarily related to phages (viruses that infect bacteria), contain an enzyme that helps shape the multicellular architecture and ultimately enhances morphological differentiation.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/r....eleases/2024/06/2406

Algae offer real potential as a renewable electricity source The need to transition away from fossil fuels to more sustainable energy production is critical. That's why a team of researchers is looking at a potential power source that not only produces no carbon emissions but removes carbon as it works: algae.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/r....eleases/2024/06/2406

Novel Genetic Clock discovers oldest known marine plant An international research team has discovered the oldest known marine plant using a novel genetic clock. This 1400-year-old seagrass clone from the Baltic Sea dates back to the Migration Period. The research project is a significant step towards better understanding and protecting marine ecosystems.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/r....eleases/2024/06/2406

Elephants have names for each other like people do, new study shows Wild African elephants address each other with name-like calls, a rare ability among nonhuman animals, according to a new study. Researchers used machine learning to confirm that elephant calls contained a name-like component identifying the intended recipient, a behavior they suspected based on observation. The study suggests elephants do not imitate the receiver's call to address one another but instead use arbitrary vocal labels like humans.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/r....eleases/2024/06/2406

Tiny new species of great ape lived in Germany 11 million years ago Ancient apes in Germany co-existed by partitioning resources in their environment, according to a new study.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/r....eleases/2024/06/2406