Wednesday, 14 October 2026
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This is why butterflies are so hard to catch ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03301-x High-speed camera footage reveals the visual tricks butterflies use to evade predators.
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Daily briefing: China’s extraordinary rise in science ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03322-6 Explore China’s efforts to grow its scientific and technological might. Plus, how butterflies trick the eye and what could be the oldest shipwreck ever found.
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Growing plane and ship traffic degrade the air of western North America ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03239-0 Pollution from transport across the Pacific Ocean is raising ozone levels above a region whose own emissions have dropped.
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‘Incredible’: bleached corals thrive within days when touching healthy neighbour ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03266-x A coral fragment can form a tissue bridge with a dying counterpart — and provide it with crucial microalgae.
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Author Correction: Wafer-scale epitaxy growth of high-mobility p-type boron carbon nitride ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-11267-z Author Correction: Wafer-scale epitaxy growth of high-mobility p-type boron carbon nitride
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Modelling mouse embryogenesis from chemically induced totipotent stem cells ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-11164-5 A mouse embryo model derived from chemically induced totipotent-like stem cells progresses through key developmental milestones, including gastrulation, embryonic axis formation, haematopoiesis and early organogenesis.
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Elp1 is required for myeloid differentiation and brain repopulation ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-11112-3 Primary cultured haematopoietic stem and progenitor cells are used to analyse the molecular mechanisms of brain myeloid differentiation, and this platform enabled the identification of elongation factor ELP1 as an important regulator of this…
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Engineered TYK2 dependence enables myeloid-selective IL-10 receptor agonism ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-11176-1 A tetravalent nanobody-based myeloid-selective IL-10 receptor agonist recapitulates IL-10’s potent suppression of monocytes, macrophages and dendritic cells while avoiding stimulation of T cells.
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Global conservation area coverage substantially exceeds current estimates ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-11157-4 A globally representative sample of 25 countries and territories indicates that conservation areas cover 26.81% of the land, much closer to the 30% by 2030 target than officially reported.
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Evidence for multi-Li + clustering in lithium-ion battery electrolytes ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-11138-7 Machine-learning-enabled atomistic simulations, spectroscopy, electrochemical data and quantum-chemical calculations reveal previously unstudied multi-lithium-ion complexes without bound anions, improving understanding of lithium-ion-battery…
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Overlooked brown fat in our bodies linked to wide range of health benefits ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03302-w Massive study of more than 100,000 people finds surprise connection between ‘good’ body fat and improved mental health.
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Structural basis of ligand recognition and gating in mosquito IRs ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-11239-3 Structural basis of ligand recognition and gating in mosquito IRs
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Becoming real ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03114-y An endless blessing.
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How early tetrapods got their neck ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03061-8 As fish evolved into four-limbed creatures, their skull separated from their shoulders to form a neck. Now we learn that this early neck was surprisingly rigid.
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China’s extraordinary rise in science and how it will change the world ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03222-9 The nation is on a trajectory to lead the world in science, a development that will reshape technological advancement, innovation and the balance of global power.
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Biomedical engineering is growing rapidly, but will it help patients? ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03202-z Assimilating the latest technology into health systems is a key challenge facing the field.
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Will my lack of country-specific grants limit my chances of employment abroad? ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02442-3 A researcher in Latin America seeks advice on the best way to present themselves when applying for faculty positions in Europe and North America.
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A guide to the Nature Index ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03206-9 A description of the terminology and methodology used in this supplement, and a guide to the functionality that is available free online at natureindex.com.
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Nature Index reveals the four countries to watch in biomedical engineering ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03204-x These nations are making their distinct mark in the field through specialization and collaboration.
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China’s AI research is booming. Where is it headed? ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03223-8 Nature speaks to analysts and researchers about what it’s like to work in AI in China.
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Alveolar stem cells go beyond making gas-exchange cells to repair damaged airways ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03085-0 Alveolar type 2 (AT2) cells are the stem cells of the lung’s air sacs and are responsible for maintaining alveolar structure and gas exchange. A study that tracked AT2 cells shows that, after injury to the airway, they can also migrate betwe…
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Hydrogels and MRI: meet three biomedical engineers reshaping health care ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03205-w Researchers are making great advances across medical disciplines, using a wide range of tools and processes.
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Protecting nature means valuing biodiversity ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03219-4 Appeals for extra money are failing. Fundamental changes are needed to safeguard the planet for future generations.
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Large blind test of methane-detecting satellites lends credibility to emissions data ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03075-2 Twelve methane-sensing satellites were tested for their accuracy in measuring controlled-release events in the Arizona desert over a year-long blind test. Many were found to detect and quantify releases accurately, with instruments purpose-b…
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Some Jurassic period birds were flightless ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02645-8 The fossil discovery of an early avian ancestor in China reveals that flightless birds lived alongside the known flying species.
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Smartwatch health data are piling up. How can doctors keep pace? ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03203-y To harness the full value of wearable devices for monitoring and diagnosing medical conditions, protocols must be established.
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Catalytic transfer of carbon atoms enables spirofusion of C–C σ-bonds ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-11242-8 Catalytic transfer of carbon atoms enables spirofusion of C–C σ-bonds
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Lay of the land: terrestrial conservation efforts cover a wider area than thought ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03081-4 Governments around the world have pledged to conserve 30% of the terrestrial realm by 2030, but official data suggest that the target is barely halfway to being met. A combined global and national-level data set now shows that up to 27% of l…
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The world is closer to a major conservation target than scientists thought ↗Nature, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03307-5 Analysis suggests number of protected areas is hugely underestimated but biodiversity is still in peril — plus, a huge study looking at the health effects of brown fat.