<h2>00:47 An edited genetic code that prevents viral infection</h2><p>Researchers have engineered bacteria with synthetic genomes to be immune to viral infection. The team streamlined the bacteria’s genetic code, and re-engineered the protein-producing machinery to insert the wrong amino acid if used by a virus, effectively making the bacteria ‘speak’ a different language to any invaders. It’s hoped that this technique could be used to reduce unwanted sharing of genes from modified organisms.</p><p><em>Research article: </em><a href="https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-023-05824-z?utm_source=naturepod&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=shownotes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Nyerges et al.</em></a></p><p><em>News & Views: </em><a href="https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-00702-0?utm_source=naturepod&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=shownotes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Synthetic bacterial genome upgraded for viral defence and biocontainment</em></a></p><h2></h2><h2>07:42 Research Highlights</h2><p>Estimating the methane output of an enormous wetland ecosystem, and how honeybees improve their dance moves with a little help from their elders.</p><p><em>Research Highlight: </em><a href="https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-00616-x?utm_source=naturepod&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=shownotes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Methane from one of Earth’s largest wetland complexes is set to soar</em></a></p><p><em>Research Highlight: </em><a href="https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-00693-y?utm_source=naturepod&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=shownotes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Watch them waggle: bees dance better after lessons from elders</em></a></p><h2></h2><h2>10:02 How mini-MRI scanners could improve access to imaging</h2><p>Magnetic resonance imaging is a standard technique in clinical care. However many people, particularly those living in low- and middle-income countries have limited access to this technology. To address this, new types of smaller MRI scanners are being designed that are more affordable and practical for use in rural settings or small clinics. We hear from a researcher working on one of these systems about ways improve them and ensure they are available to all.</p><p><em>Comment: </em><a href="https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-00759-x?utm_source=naturepod&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=shownotes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Five steps to make MRI scanners more affordable to the world</em></a></p><h2></h2><h2>18:11 Briefing Chat</h2><p>We discuss some highlights from the Nature Briefing. This time, how researchers have developed embryos from two male mice and new claims of room-temperature superconductivity.</p><p><em>News: </em><a href="https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-00717-7?utm_source=naturepod&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=shownotes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>The mice with two dads: scientists create eggs from male cells</em></a></p><p><em>Quanta Magazine: </em><a href="https://www.quantamagazine.org/room-temperature-superconductor-discovery-meets-with-resistance-20230308?utm_source=naturepod&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=shownotes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Room-Temperature Superconductor Discovery Meets With Resistance</em></a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

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