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Wildfires are devastating, but they can also bring new life by clearing existing vegetation and allowing new plants to spring up. Many plants in fire-prone areas actually require exposure to fire for seeds to germinate. In the past decade, scientists have discovered an ancient receptor protein that can detect molecules called karrikins in smoke from burnt plant material. The “smoke detector” protein, called KAI2, initiates molecular signals that speed up germination of seeds.

Quantum computers may be able to solve science problems that are impossible for today’s fastest conventional supercomputers. Quantum sensors...

Quantum computers may be able to solve science problems that are impossible for today's fastest conventional supercomputers. Quantum sensors may be able to measure signals that cannot be measured by today's most sensitive sensors. Quantum bits (qubits) are the building blocks for these devices.

Nov. 23, 2021 -- This is a continuing profile series on the directors of the Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science User Facilities. These

Proteins bind to one another through a complex mix of chemical interactions. What if some proteins bind due to their shapes, a much simpler process? To answer this question, researchers used Summit, the nation's fastest supercomputer, to model lock-and-key interactions.

Proteins bind to one another through a complex mix of chemical interactions. What if some proteins bind due to their shapes, a much simpler process?

A new study throws light on the link between corrosion behavior and fundamental materials structure in laser additively manufactured 316L stainless steel.

In a study that used inorganic, physical and analytical chemistry to mimic respiratory droplets that can carry viruses, researchers demonstrated a mechanism tha

Oct. 20, 2021 -- A group of 6th- and 7th-grade girls had a unique summer camp opportunity this year: experiencing cutting-edge computing and meeting

Oct. 7, 2021 -- Argonne National Laboratory's Corey Adams is leading efforts to deploy advanced deep learning frameworks on Aurora, the forthcoming