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ICYMI – June’s Research News Highlights from NSF

Highly dexterous robot hand can operate in the dark — just like humans

Robot hand is the first device of its kind to join advanced sense of touch with motor-learning algorithms

Indo-Pacific corals more resilient to climate change than Atlantic corals

Researchers expose flexibility that may boost long-term resilience to climate change

Genomes from 240 mammalian species reveal what makes the human genome unique

Parts of the human genome that have remained unchanged for millions of years shed light on diseases and unusual traits

Smart surgical implant coatings provide early failure warning while preventing infection

Coatings integrate flexible sensors with an antibacterial surface inspired by the wings of dragonflies and cicadas

Copper artifacts unearth new cultural connections in southern Africa

Geochemical analyses of copper objects reveal centuries of unknown connections in the region

Australian bushfires likely contributed to multiyear La Niña

Study finds string of climate impacts related to wildfire emissions

CRISPR and single-cell sequencing pinpoint causal genetic variants for traits and diseases

New approach provides roadmap to identify variants and genes, enabling deeper understanding of the noncoding genome and targets for therapies

A healthy but depleted herd: Predators decrease prey disease levels and population size

Scientists used a pint-sized predator-prey-parasite system inside water tanks to test the ‘healthy herds hypothesis’

Breakthrough in computer chip energy efficiency could cut data center electricity use

New, ultra-energy-efficient method compensates for temperature variations that degrade photonic chips

Elephant seals drift off to sleep while diving far below the ocean surface

Brain wave patterns show elephant seals take short naps while holding their breath on deep dives