Salmon genes unlock secrets of puberty and evolution
A study carried out at the University of Helsinki shows how a single gene in Atlantic salmon can dramatically influence […]
Biochemistry
Discouraged zebrafish help reveal how ketamine works in the brain
The decades-old anesthetic ketamine could be a game changer for treating severe depression, but there are still many questions about
Botanists name beautiful new species of ‘lipstick vine’ from the Philippine rainforest
Scientists have today announced the discovery of a species of lipstick vine completely new to science, from the depths of
Across southeastern US, weedy rice steals herbicide resistance from crop rice
Weedy rice is a close relative of cultivated rice that infests rice fields worldwide and drastically reduces yields. To combat
Unique motor control system of anglerfish’s specialized ‘fishing rod’ discovered
Characterized by their unique adaptations to extreme environments, anglerfish are known for using lures to attract prey. Researchers at Nagoya
Uncovering hidden consequences of catch-and-release sport fishing
In an effort to conserve sensitive species of fish, some sport fishing is entirely catch-and-release, meaning that the fish are
Yeast as food emulsifier? Easily released protein as strong as casein
Mention emulsifiers and many people might be unaware what they are used for, but they are present in many daily
Scientists can now predict how climate change will alter plant growth cycles
On February 2, 1887, residents of Punxsutawney Pennsylvania consulted a large rodent regarding the arrival of spring, marking the first
New, simple, and natural method for producing vitamin B2
Many vitamins are produced in chemical factories, often synthetically, but researchers at the Technical University of Denmark have succeeded in