Asher Jones
Reporter, Life Sciences and Physical Sciences
@AsherGJonesAsher Jones, based in Arlington, Virginia, covers Life Sciences and Physical Sciences for The Academic Times. Prior to that, Asher was an intern at The Scientist and an AAAS Mass Media fellow at Voice of America. She has a Ph.D in Entomology from Penn State University.
Researchers have developed a set of oil-degrading bacteria and fungi isolated from corals that could offer a less toxic alternative to chemical remediation of oil spills.
Just as marine creatures occupy different depths of the ocean, snow algae species are found at different elevations in the mountains, according to a new study that sheds light on the organisms responsible for the famous but poorly understood phenomena of green and red snow.
A plant's leaves reflect light according to the type of fungal symbiont associated with its roots, according to a new study that suggests aerial imaging of treetops could give insight into distributions of mycorrhizal fungi, which play key roles in global carbon and nutrient cycling.
One-thousand milligrams of docosahexaenoic acid, or DHA, per day during pregnancy has been linked with a lower rate of early preterm births in some women, compared with a lower dose common in prenatal supplements.
Researchers have developed a prototype bioplastic bottle that could provide a more environmentally friendly way to enjoy a glass of vino.
Certain people have gut microbes that are particularly good at establishing themselves in recipients of fecal microbiota transplants, according to a study that suggests these "super-donors" could improve the use of these transplants for treating obesity.
Balmy springs may boost tree seedling performance, but hot and dry summers could eclipse such benefits, according to a new study that suggests species survival will depend on the severity of climate change.
An analysis of studies found that women who used the common pain reliever acetaminophen when pregnant were about 20% more likely to have kids who developed symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or autism spectrum condition.
Researchers have developed a material that reduces explosive growth of ice crystals at subzero temperatures, an advance that could enable better cold storage of living things for medicine and research.
Researchers are seeking a patent for a device that precisely measures urine flow, a tool that could help urologists learn more about the causes of urinary incontinence and result in better treatments and management tools for this common condition.
Poor classroom ventilation is linked to lower math and reading scores, according to a new study that evaluated indoor air quality at K-12 schools in the United States.
Microparticles that detoxify insecticides in bee guts could help beekeepers keep their hives healthy and productive, according to a new study.