Single gene causes embryo notochord deformity in zebrafish
Can a single protein-encoding gene determine whether a vertebrate embryo develops normally? Yes, according to Osaka Metropolitan University researchers, who […]
Biochemistry
Some trees can acclimate to changing temperatures
Climate change is a persistent and growing challenge to plant life on our planet. Changes to the environment that plants
How nerve stimulation could ease inflammatory bowel disease
Researchers at Duke University School of Medicine have found that tapping into the nervous system could help reduce the gut
These wild chimpanzees play as adults to better cooperate as a group
Compared to children, adults don’t play as much, but social play into adulthood is considered a universal human trait. Play
Diverse diets of civets in Borneo rainforest allow them to live in same geographical area
Four closely related civets, a small nocturnal animal found in Africa and Asia, have made the same geographical area in
Scientists develop breakthrough culture system to unlock secrets of skin microbiome
The human skin is home to a wide variety of bacteria. The composition of the community of bacteria — called
Study challenges long-held theories on how migratory birds navigate
Migratory birds are known for their ability to traverse thousands of kilometres to reach their breeding or wintering grounds. Research
Could a genetic flaw be the key to stopping people craving sugary treats?
The work provides novel genetic insights into dietary preferences and opens the possibility of targeting SI to selectively reduce sucrose
Secrets of horse genetics for conservation, breeding
Researchers at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) are helping uncover new information about the