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    This page provides a snapshot of some of the most exciting work published in the areas of organic chemistry, chemical biology, polymers and hydrogels as well as biomaterials and functional organic materials, and chemical soft matter.

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    This page highlights recent publications concerning how plants evolve, develop and interact with their environment and how plant biology shapes ecosystems and agriculture.

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    Our recent highlights in the field of public health, including epidemiological studies investigating the social, environmental, genetic, and behavioural determinants of health; mathematical modelling studies; analyses of public health policy; observational studies; randomised controlled trials; and registered reports.

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    In this page, we highlight research papers in the areas of quantum information, computation and communication, quantum technologies, and fundamental aspects of quantum mechanics.

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    On this page we select a snapshot of outstanding developments in social science in a broad range of disciplines including anthropology, economics, environmental science, epidemiology, policy, psychology, network science, neuroscience and socio-ecology.

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    Here, we highlight selected work employing stem cells to provide insight into development genetics/epigenetics, physiology, reprogramming, regeneration, and disease, as well as translational and clinical applications including drug screening and transplantation.

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    On this page, we highlight some of our most exciting recently published articles in the areas of biochemistry, biophysics, mass spectrometry and structural biology as well as related methodology papers.

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    This page highlights the most compelling studies recently published in Nature Communications with a significant translational potential and immediate impact in the medical field. In particular, we primarily cover studies concerning metabolism, cardiovascular research, organ and tissue biology, and ageing.

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