Jurassic fossils reveal Texas’ ancient marine reptile
Scientists at The University of Texas at Austin have made an exciting breakthrough in Texas' fossil record.
They have uncovered the first-known Jurassic vertebrate fossils...
AI to revolutionize barramundi breeding, shows UQ study
Computer simulations are key to bringing aquaculture into line with genetic advances being made in land-based agriculture, according to a University of Queensland researcher.
PhD...
Scientists find a tiny fish that defy volunteer’s dilemma
Scientists at the University of Exeter have made a fascinating discovery about Trinidadian guppies, tiny fish known for their colorful appearance.
These guppies have challenged...
Scientists discover another step in how your cells assemble
Each cell in your body is an incredibly complicated piece of machinery, and we only know the outlines of how they work.
If a cell...
How could mushrooms live for hundreds of years without getting cancer
When it comes to cancer, you'd think animals like elephants that live long and have many cell divisions would have a higher risk than...
How our cells build the ultimate protein factory
Did you know that every cell in your body has tiny machines called ribosomes?
They're like protein factories, reading the genetic instructions and building the...
The universe’s big mystery: Why does matter exist? Maybe electrons can tell us
Have you ever wondered why we exist, or more specifically, why matter exists?
At the beginning of our universe, a ton of particles like protons,...
Scientists discover over 100 new fatty acids. What does this mean for us?
Did you know that the waxes on our hair and skin, and the fats in our bodies, are all made up of something called...
Why did the dinosaur era have so much amber?
Have you ever watched the movie "Jurassic Park" and wondered about the piece of amber containing the preserved mosquito?
The truth is, amber, which is...
How dog breeds differ in pain sensitivity and how it can fool even vets
Do you ever wonder how sensitive your dog is to pain?
Turns out, a dog's breed can make a difference, but the perceived pain sensitivity...