Could Earth life survive on a red dwarf planet
Even though exoplanet science has advanced significantly in the last decade or two, we’re still in an unfortunate situation.
Scientists can only make educated guesses...
Scientists discover key molecule for life in simulated deep space conditions
Researchers from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa have made an exciting breakthrough in the study of the origins of life by creating an...
New study reveals the secrets of animal friendships
In the realm of group-living animals, from the dense forests to the vast savannas, scientists have long been fascinated by the intricate social behaviors...
Seaweed: A beacon of hope in global catastrophes
Imagine a world shrouded in darkness following a massive volcanic eruption or, even scarier, a nuclear war.
In these grave scenarios, sunlight, essential for most...
Why some living fossils haven’t changed for millions of years
Imagine animals that look almost exactly the same as their ancestors did millions of years ago, like they've been frozen in time while everything...
Study investigates how the human chin evolved
Brian Keeling, a doctoral candidate from Binghamton University with a passion for unraveling the mysteries of our evolutionary past, has set his sights on...
Scientists unlock the secrets of gene inheritance
Scientists have made an exciting discovery that helps us understand how traits and characteristics get passed down from parents to their children without changing...
Life thrives in the shadow of Chornobyl
In 1986, a catastrophic event at the Chornobyl nuclear power plant sent waves of radioactive material across the nearby lands, creating what many would...
How plants fight back against invaders
Plants, like all living things, face threats from diseases and pests.
When attacked, they don't just sit back; they have a complex defense system that...
The dawn of life: New study reveals the mystery of Earth’s first cells
Imagine our planet Earth about 4 billion years ago, a young world just setting the stage for life.
Scientists have long pondered how life began,...