What Makes Humans Different? A New Window Into the Brain
New research sheds light on the brain’s computational function. The human brain’s function is remarkable, driving all aspects of our creativity and thoughts. However, the…
New research sheds light on the brain’s computational function. The human brain’s function is remarkable, driving all aspects of our creativity and thoughts. However, the…
Researchers improve their understanding of the toughness of tardigrades. Researchers at the University of Wyoming have learned more about the biological processes that enable tiny…
This is the first time scientists have observed vessels form with such a close resemblance to the complicated structure of naturally occurring blood vessels. An…
Dr. Hannah Rowland and Dr. John Skelhorn explain how these defensive patterns on moth wings persuade birds that assaulting the insects is not worth the risk….
The study adds a new, early chapter to the evolutionary tale of gills. Most fish species depend on their gills to breathe underwater. Less widely…
Researchers found that bacteria colonies form in three dimensions in rough shapes similar to crystals. Bacterial colonies often grow in streaks on Petri dishes in…
Researchers were able to discover and characterize new ribosomally synthesized and post-translationally modified peptides at an unprecedented speed and scale. Modern medicine makes extensive use…
An evolutionary biologist’s team has found a new type of speciation. The evolution of a new species by hybridization of two previously described species with…
A technique has been developed by researchers that could help fine-tune the production of monoclonal antibodies and other useful proteins. MIT researchers have developed a…
Scientists are peeling back ancient layers of banana DNA in order to find the “mystery ancestors” before they go extinct. It is believed that humans…
Scientists in Japan have found a type of bacteria in a cave that exhibits multicellular behavior and a unique, two-phase life cycle. The bacterium, HS-3,…
A Brown University biologist calls for a more balanced view of invasive species. Invasive species, also known as non-native species, have become much more well-known…
A new dataset provides an important glimpse into Arctic ecosystems. A major new project will help to monitor biodiversity change in the Arctic Ocean and…
Research offers additional insights into the reproductive process. A team of scientists has discovered that the behavior of sperm cells is due, in part, to…
Men currently age faster than women, but the gap is shrinking. Men are biologically older than women, according to research from the University of Jyväskylä…
Pedigree provides insights for maximizing genetic diversity and adaptability in corals bred for conservation. Corals bred in public aquaria provide novel research opportunities and a…
In sea anemones, highly conserved genes guarantee the lifelong differentiation of neurons and glandular cells. Sea anemones are seemingly immortal animals. They seem to be immune…
A new study reveals that the brains of humans and non-human primates may be remarkably similar, despite the very distinct physical differences between them. And…