Biology
Trying to understand the water bear body plan
Tardigrades, often called “water bears”, are fascinating microscopic organisms known for their incredible resilience—they can survive anything from deadly radiation...
Life after (feigned) death
A new study led by scientists from the University of Bristol has revealed what animals do after they have feigned...
Living plastics: a new solution for plastic degradation through synthetic biology
On August 21, 2024, Dr. DAI Zhuojun's research group at the Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology (SIAT), Chinese Academy of...
Next time you beat a virus, thank your microbial ancestors
When you get infected with a virus, some of the first weapons your body deploys to fight it were passed...
Birds have accents, too: Researchers find cultural change in the dialects of parrots over 22-year period
JOHNSTOWN, PA – While distinct languages and dialects are common to human societies, most people are unaware that other species...
WPI researchers awarded $2 Million grant to use science to combat wildlife trafficking
Worcester, Mass. (Aug. 21, 2024) – Focusing on certain species of sharks, rays, and sea turtles, Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI)...
Mobile species are ‘glue’ which connect different habitats together, study finds
A groundbreaking study conducted across 30 field sites in the southwest UK has revealed the importance of incorporating varied habitats...
Self-repairing mitochondria use novel recycling system, study finds
Mitochondria, the so-called “powerhouse of the cell,” depend on a newly discovered recycling mechanism identified by scientists at The Hospital...
From plows to pixels: comprehensive rice mapping with satellite technology
While satellite technology might seem distant and space-bound, its benefits can be seen everywhere. While satellite technology might seem distant...
Ovarian cancer discovery: targetable variant RAD51D found in Chinese patients
Researchers from BGI Genomics and Fudan University published new findings on OV among Chinese patients in JCO Global Oncology. The...
Survival tactics: AI-driven insights into chromatin changes for winter dormancy in axillary buds
Evolution has enabled plants to survive under adverse conditions. The winter bud of a plant is a crucial structure that...
Predation drives opportunistic bacteria to become more virulent
Opportunistic pathogens are typically benign microbes that can sometimes cause infections in individuals with weakened immune systems or when they...
‘Masters of shape-shifting’: How darkling beetles conquered the world
Large-scale genomic analysis of darkling beetles, a hyper-diverse insect group of more than 30,000 species worldwide, rolls back the curtain...
Heterogeneous occurrence of evergreen broad-leaved forests revealed by plant fossils East Asia
Evergreen broad-leaved forests (EBLFs) are the most characteristic biomes in East Asia. They assume a fundamental role in the biodiversity...
The sponge’s precious metal glitters: Watch out! I am toxic!
A new study at Tel Aviv University found that sponges in the Gulf of Eilat have developed an original way...
Deadly sea snail toxin could be key to making better medicines
Scientists are finding clues for how to treat diabetes and hormone disorders in an unexpected place: a toxin from one...
Understanding of early life ecosystems highlighted in new publication
STARKVILLE, Miss.—With a new understanding of past life on the planet through fossils, a Mississippi State biological sciences faculty member...
Development of a model capable of predicting the cycle lives of high-energy-density lithium-metal batteries
1. NIMS and SoftBank Corp. have jointly developed a model capable of predicting the cycle lives of high-energy-density lithium-metal batteries...
Going slow is better for fast cycling
Embryonic stem (ES) cells are pluripotent stem cells that can produce all cell types of an organism. ES cells proliferate...
Spider exploits firefly’s flashing signals to lure more prey
Fireflies rely on flashing signals to communicate to other fireflies using light-emitting lanterns on their abdomens. In fireflies of the...
