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A mantis shrimp emerges from its burrow to confront a rival.
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Patrick Green
These territorial crustaceans use their tails as shields to defend against the explosive punches of their rivals.

Rolling with the punches: How mantis shrimp defend against high-speed strikes

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dimly lit shark with black background
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Photo by Laura College, Unsplash

Researchers use machine learning to map where sharks face the most risk from longline fishing

Ecologists and environmental scientists identify priorities within synthesis research to address pressing issues
The Thomas Fire burns the mountains above Ventura and Santa Barbara
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Carsten Schertzer / iSTOCK
The 2017-18 Thomas Fire burned 282,000 acres in Ventura and Santa Barbara counties.

University of California systemwide network offers crisis course
person smelling jasmine

A Multifaceted Sensation
white powder in petri dish against black background

An Overlooked Phenomenon
stemcell differentiation concept illustration Nature cover

A Stem Cell's Sense of Touch
sago palms as trees and food

Connecting People and Nature

Facing the Heat

‘Innovation and Impactful Contributions’

Taking Ocean Vital Signs
close up of photonics chip

Extending the Spectrum
Workstation for spatialization app and two portraits of men

Space Control
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