In a groundbreaking study reported in Current Biology, researchers have found the earliest-known fossil mosquitoes in Lebanese amber, revealing that ancient male mosquitoes likely fed…
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Using the novel algorithm FLSHclust, researchers have identified 188 rare and previously unknown CRISPR-linked gene modules, including a groundbreaking type VII CRISPR-Cas system. This discovery,…
Recent research in South Africa’s Greater Kruger National Park has uncovered that local wildlife, including elephants and giraffes, fear humans more than lions (pictured above),…
Recent research highlights a significant link between Earth’s geological activities, like plate tectonics and river movements, and the evolution of biodiversity, offering a comprehensive view…
Recent research led by Julia Notar at Duke University reveals that brittle stars, despite lacking brains, can learn through experience. These marine creatures, related to…
Prof. Magdalena Osburn removes a sample during a site visit in August. Credit: Sanford Underground Research Facility A former goldmine serves as a gateway to…
A study by the University of Göttingen on Mesotaenium endlicherianum, an alga closely related to land plants, revealed crucial genetic insights. By analyzing the alga’s…
Recent research suggests that ultrasound technology could be effective in treating PFAS, harmful chemicals found in contaminated groundwater. This method contrasts with traditional treatments as…
University of Oxford researchers have uncovered the evolutionary reasons behind the diverse weaponry of bacteria. Using Pseudomonas aeruginosa, they demonstrated that short-range weapons are effective…
Evolutionary ecologist Tobin Hammer challenges the traditional view of microbial benefits in a peer-reviewed article, suggesting that hosts may not always benefit from their microbes.…
Scientists have discovered that a hunger hormone in the gut directly influences the brain’s hippocampus, affecting decision-making related to food. The study, conducted on mice,…
A killer whale in the Salish Sea is observed harassing a porpoise, a behavior that has long perplexed scientists. A study from Wild Orca and…
Researchers at MIT, the Broad Institute, and the National Institutes of Health have developed a new search algorithm that has identified 188 kinds of new…
University of Florida researchers have captured the unique development process of hammerhead sharks, showcasing the transformation of bonnethead embryos into their distinctive hammer-shaped heads. A…
The researchers found preserved bone cells in the carapace, which exhibited structures like the nucleus of a cell, where DNA traces were found. Credit: Dr.…
Researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital have discovered a common brain network in substance use disorders by analyzing data from over 144 studies. This breakthrough,…
A new study has uncovered that three recessive genes are responsible for the orange color in carrots, offering insights into carrot breeding and health benefits.…
Researchers at Mount Sinai have discovered how the protein TIMP2 affects the hippocampus, a brain area vital for memory and learning. Using advanced techniques in…
Recent research by Professors Tamar Makin and John Krakauer challenges the widely held belief that the brain can rewire itself to compensate for sensory losses…
New research has revealed that memory formation in the brain is likely due to the formation of new connections between engram cells, emphasizing the importance…