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Does seagrass 'give birth' rather than clone itself? A new study published in Frontiers in Conservation Science and featured by IFLScience found that Amphibolis antarctica produces genetically unique offspring through sexual reproduction, challenging the long-held assumption that these seedlings were 'clones'. DNA and breeding evidence confirmed that seedlings were only produced when male and female plants were together, offering new insights into how seagrass meadows reproduce and how they can be better protected. Seagrass meadows are among the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth and can store carbon up to 35 times more efficiently than tropical rainforests. Making research like this openly accessible helps new discoveries reach the wider scientific community, supporting the advances needed to protect these vital ecosystems. Read the full story ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dbKtmXPj #ScienceNews

How do wild chimpanzees know which plants might help them heal? In Uganda’s Budongo Forest, Dr. Elodie Freymann observed chimpanzees using medicinal plants on their own wounds and those of others. Her research, published in Frontiers in Ecology and Evolution, found that some of the plants they selected have antimicrobial and wound-healing properties, raising fascinating questions about what animals can learn from the natural world. The discovery was built through years of close observation in the field, piece by piece, showing how patient research can reveal unexpected connections between animal behaviour and medicine. 🎥 Watch Dr. Freymann share the story behind the discovery: https://lnkd.in/dgqs-Y_k #AnimalBehaviour #Conservation #Ecology #Wildlife

Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology is an official sponsor of BioMedEng26, taking place in Liverpool on 03–04 September 2026. To mark this, we’ve launched a dedicated Research Topic, “Advances in Orthopaedic Engineering,” covering biomechanics, implants, biomaterials, tissue engineering, AI, robotics, and rehabilitation engineering — open for submissions now. Attending or presenting at BioMedEng26? Here’s where to start: 🔗 Conference: https://lnkd.in/e-jgX5gT 🔗 Research Topic: https://lnkd.in/eRyQkQqq #BioMedEng26 #OrthopaedicEngineering #BiomedicalEngineering

What happens when you publish your data with FAIR²? Your dataset becomes more than a supporting file. It becomes a complete research output that includes: • A published, citable Data Article • An interactive data portal • An AI-ready data package • Expert data management and curation Everything you need to make your research more discoverable, reusable, and impactful. Make your data count ▶️ https://lnkd.in/e5AwcJKs

Research integrity isn’t a final check. It’s built into publishing from the start. At Frontiers, expert editorial oversight, dedicated in-house research integrity teams and advanced technology work together throughout the publishing process to safeguard the scientific record. This integrated approach helps us identify risks proactively, uphold rigorous quality standards and build trust in science, at scale. Learn more about Frontiers’ approach to quality and integrity ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e5QZH7Uf #ResearchIntegrity

An article published by The Innovator explores everything-to-grid energy, one of Top 10 emerging technologies of 2026 report, co-published by Frontiers and the World Economic Forum. Specialty Chief Editor of Frontiers in Energy Research, Prof Zhao Yang Dong, who contributed as one of the authors of the report, explains how vehicle-to-grid systems, home batteries and distributed flexibility could help balance supply and demand. Read the article: https://lnkd.in/esP_eVVN Image credit: World Economic Forum

What happens when two orcas work together to shatter a sunfish into thousands of pieces? This incredible act was caught on camera for the very first time and featured in a new study published in Frontiers in Ethology. In the footage, researchers observed one orca holding a dead sunfish steady while another rammed it at high speed, exploding the carcass into thousands of pieces. The discovery offers a fascinating glimpse into orca behavior. Scientists suggest it could help prepare food for younger orcas, be a form of play, or both. As lead author Dr Kathryn Ayres says: “They’re one of the most iconic marine predators in the world, yet they continue to surprise us.” The discovery has made waves across the world, having been featured in more than 270 news outlets including The Guardian, CNN, and National Geographic. Read the story ➡️ https://lnkd.in/es_wpftX #FrontiersInEthology #MarineScience

Earlier this year, Elena Vicario Orri, Director of Research Integrity at Frontiers, set out our ambitions for 2026: increasing transparency, strengthening collaboration across the research community, sharing practical guidance, and highlighting the people behind every integrity check. Today, that vision is becoming reality. We continue to strengthen research integrity through our three-pronged approach, combining in-house experts, independent editorial boards, and responsible AI. Here's what that looks like in action: International recognition • Gold EPIC Award for Unlocking AI's Untapped Potential • Silver EPIC Award for the Guardians of Scientific Integrity campaign, showcasing our Research Integrity team and AIRA • Best Poster Presentation Award at the 9th World Conferences on Research Integrity for research into paper mills Practical leadership • Published the Frontiers AI Guidelines, introducing the WISE framework for responsible and transparent AI use • Continued contributions to the STM Integrity Hub, COPE Paper Mill Working Group, United2ACT, Crossref Similarity Check Group, and our Research Integrity MoU with the Chinese Academy of Sciences Global knowledge sharing • Shared expertise at APE, the Research Integrity Training Series in China, and workshops with Swissnex in China, Swissnex Australia, and STM Revisit Elena’s update from earlier this year and see how Frontiers is advancing research integrity ➡️ https://lnkd.in/enrijxxC

Every publication represents more than a manuscript reaching the end of peer review. It reflects the expertise, collaboration and care that turn research into knowledge others can trust, use and build upon. At Frontiers, rigorous peer review is supported by expert editors, reviewers and dedicated teams working together to strengthen every manuscript and make new knowledge openly accessible. That experience is reflected in our latest survey, with 94% of authors rating their Frontiers peer review experience as good or excellent. Over the coming days, we’ll go behind the scenes to show the people, processes and expertise that make this possible, and what it takes to deliver quality at every stage of the publishing journey. Discover how peer review works at Frontiers ➡️ https://lnkd.in/edGN54Bj

The time to act for healthy lives on a healthy planet is now.🌍 The 2025 Frontiers Planet Prize Champions teamed up with the Frontiers for Young Minds Young Reviewers network to make their breakthrough research accessible to the next generation. From protecting our oceans and tackling sea-level rise to improving global supply chains and turning waste into valuable resources, this Collection showcases science driving real solutions for our planet. Already read by 70,000+ people, it's inspiring young readers to understand today's biggest environmental challenges and empowering them to become tomorrow's changemakers. Explore the Collection ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eGq67eBV #FrontiersPlanetPrize