Groundbreaking technique uncovers underground life’s secrets
Scientists at the Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences have pioneered a method that marks a significant leap in our understanding of the microbial world,...
Scientists discover groundbreaking antibiotic class to combat superbugs
The discovery of a new class of antibiotics by scientists at Uppsala University marks a significant breakthrough in the fight against antibiotic resistance, a...
Bacteria can sense when their relatives die
Biologists have discovered that Vibrio cholerae, the bacteria behind the cholera disease, can sense when its relatives die.
Bacterial cell death is often accompanied by...
Beethoven’s DNA and the limits of prediction
In an intriguing blend of genetics and history, researchers have turned their attention to the DNA of Ludwig van Beethoven, aiming to unravel the...
Scientists discover evolutionary ‘tipping point’ that shapes fungi
Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery about fungi, those natural recyclers that break down dead plants and trees, releasing nutrients back into the soil.
This...
New study reveals the power of tiny queens in secret ant world
Have you ever wondered about the tiny rulers of the ant world?
Well, researchers from UC Riverside have dived into the mystery of why some...
New study unlocks the lobster farming secrets
In the vast and mysterious world of the sea, lobsters have earned the title of "dragons of the sea" due to their dragon-like appearance,...
Ancient DNA unveils the look of a 6th century Chinese emperor
In a new study, scientists have recreated the face of Emperor Wu of the Northern Zhou dynasty, a prominent Chinese ruler from 1,500 years...
Lyrebird coordinates dance moves for mating ritual
The Albert's lyrebird, a fascinating species native to Australia, has caught the attention of researchers due to its unique courtship rituals.
These birds engage in...
New study unlocks the secrets of the Patagonian icefields
The Patagonian icefields, vast expanses of ice nestled in the Andes of South America, cover an area as large as the German state of...