Imagine a catastrophic event that blocked out the sun, such as the eruption of a large volcano, or even a...
Studying how rattlesnakes regulate their venom gives us important insight into how their genes are controlled. It also highlights the...
The intricate dance of nature often unfolds in mysterious ways, hidden from the naked eye. At the heart of this...
Life sciences and photonics researchers at Tampere University have made a remarkable discovery in studying superficial cells’ response to mechanical...
The spread of West Nile virus in Europe is strongly linked to agricultural activities, urbanization, and bird migration, according to...
Humpback whale singing dominates the marine soundscape during winter months off Maui. However, despite decades of research, many questions regarding...
Microbiologists led by Université de Montréal biologist Frédérique Le Roux have made an underwater breakthrough, discovering what they’re calling “mini-satellites”...
The human immune system is constantly fending off a wide range of invaders—a feat that requires a diverse array of...
Human-driven climate change has helped transform many forests into kindling: A 2016 study found that greenhouse-aided warming and drought had...
Previously unknown colonies of emperor penguins have been spotted in new satellite imagery. Emperor penguins, considered “near threatened” with extinction,...
Chopped carrot pieces are among the most universally enjoyed foods and a snacking staple—a mainstay of school lunchboxes, picnics and...
A new database of weeds that can help scientists understand how traditional agricultural systems were managed throughout history, could provide...
