Research Highlights
Fast-evolving genome regions point to DNA that sets humans apart –
The collection of 1,500 rapidly changing segments is rich in sequences associated with brain development and disease.
Prehistoric rubbish hints that early cooks cared about flavour –
Ancient chefs made bitter plants taste better with techniques such as grinding and soaking.
Off the hook: electrical device keeps sharks away from fishing lines –
Such interventions could greatly reduce accidental catches of threatened species.
Devastating drought in East Africa is traced to nearby seas –
Understanding the weather pattern known as the Indian Ocean Dipole might help to predict lack of rainfall in countries such as Kenya.
