The evolution of firefly lights
The leading hypothesis for the origin of firefly lights has been overturned by a genomic analysis. It had been posited that the bright lights emitted...
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Gene variant may underlie diabetes disparities: study
A genetic variation common in people of African ancestry is associated with an increased risk of complications from diabetes, including diabetic retinopathy, according to a...
Dietary fibers make our gut bacteria behave healthy
We get healthy dietary fibres from consuming fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. But why are the fibres so good for us? A team of researchers...
Australia’s giant lizards help save sheep from being eaten alive
Giant lizards called heath goannas could save Australian sheep farmers millions of dollars a year by keeping blowfly numbers down - and must be prioritised...
Scientists identify safe havens we must preserve to prevent ‘the sixth great extinction of life on Earth’
In a groundbreaking new article, a coalition of conservationists and researchers have shown how we can protect Earth’s remaining biodiversity by conserving just a tiny...
Beyond work: Employment affects identity in late 20-somethings
Osaka, Japan — For people in their late 20s, “Your job doesn’t define you” is likely an unconvincing cliché.Credit: Osaka Metropolitan University Osaka, Japan —...
Model shows how plankton survive in a turbulent world
How do particles move in turbulent fluids? The answer to this question can be found in a new model presented in a thesis from the...
Robots help put brakes on inflammatory diseases
Fully automated diagnostic techniques, including liquid handling robots, are poised to improve the lives of millions of people living with inflammatory diseases worldwide. Credit: WEHI...
European countries differ in their drinking styles – what is yours?
A new study of drinking patterns across Europe from 2000 to 2019 shows that drinking occurs in stable, beverage-specific clusters that seem to be partly...
Bank statements reveal clues to excessive spending and cognitive decline
DETROIT -- Early memory loss has been linked to wealth loss, but research has mostly focused on investments. Four years ago, clinical geropsychologist Peter Lichtenberg,...
Secrets of drop stains unveiled: New FSU research decodes chemical composition from simple photos
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Imagine zooming in on a dried drop of salt solution — each pattern a unique masterpiece, reminiscent of abstract art, yet no...
AI matches protein interaction partners
Proteins are the building blocks of life, involved in virtually every biological process. Understanding how proteins interact with each other is crucial for deciphering the...
Study elucidates role of “G900” gene enhancers in asthma-associated inflammation
Asthma patients experience respiratory distress due to allergens like house dust mites or pollen. However, the various triggers for asthma share a common pathway involving...
New USF study: Mindfulness and managing emotions lead to better sleep
Media Contact: John Dudley (814) 490-3290 (cell) [email protected]: USF Media Contact: John Dudley (814) 490-3290 (cell) [email protected] TAMPA, Fla. (June 24, 2024) – Mindfulness – focusing on...
Study reveals same genes that can drive cancer also guide neural-circuit growth
LAWRENCE — Many people are familiar with oncogenes — genes long known to be involved in cancers in humans, such as the gene “Src.” Credit: Snehal...
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