Insects wearing two hats solve botanical mystery
The discovery of a unique case where the same insect species both pollinate a plant and distribute its seeds not […]
Biochemistry
Male African elephants develop distinct personality traits as they age
Male African elephants have distinct personality traits, but also adapt their behavior to suit the social context, according to a
Eating high-processed foods impacts muscle quality, study finds
A diet high in ultra-processed foods is associated with higher amounts of fat stored inside thigh muscles, regardless of the
How did humans and dogs become friends? Connections in the Americas began 12,000 years ago
“Dog is man’s best friend” may be an ancient cliché, but when that friendship began is a longstanding question among
Lasting effects of common herbicide on brain health
The human brain is an incredibly adaptable organ, often able to heal itself even from significant trauma. Yet for the
Can plastic-eating bugs help with our microplastic problem?
Plastic pollution occurs in every ecosystem on the planet and lingers for decades. Could insects be part of the solution?
Controlling a cancer-associated gene can mimic muscle growth from exercise
Researchers have long known that there is a relationship between the cancer-associated gene MYC (pronounced “Mick”) and exercise adaptation. When
Island biodiversity rides on the wings of birds
You can know a lot of things about birds just by the shape of their wings. A seafaring albatross, stretching
Rats on cocaine: When aversion is not enough
Consuming addictive substances often involves an unpleasant experience, like using a needle, ingesting a bitter substance or inhaling smoke. These