The Science of Seduction in Moth Pheromones
Research identifies methyl salicylate as a key component in male moth pheromones, sourced from plants and crucial for attracting mates, underscoring the interplay between diet,…
Research identifies methyl salicylate as a key component in male moth pheromones, sourced from plants and crucial for attracting mates, underscoring the interplay between diet,…
Employing data from four species of Darwin’s finches on the Galápagos Islands, a team headed by McGill University has validated a long-held theory that the…
More time stranded on land means greater risk of starvation for polar bears, a new study indicates. During three summer weeks, 20 polar bears closely…
New findings show that coral bleaching prompts the release of compounds that encourage harmful bacterial growth, suggesting these changes could serve as early indicators of…
New research highlights the role of microorganisms in protecting corals from heat stress. Researchers discovered for the first time a single-celled microbe that can help…
At least 8% of the human genome is genetic material from viruses. It was considered ‘junk DNA’ until recently, but its role in human development…
Scientists are examining the development of lamprey embryos to shed light on the origin of the vertebrate head, which could enhance our understanding of ancestral…
Tardigrades may be nature’s ultimate survivors. While these tiny, nearly translucent animals are easily overlooked, they represent a diverse group that has successfully colonized freshwater,…
Approximately 48 million couples globally face infertility challenges, which can arise from multiple factors. In mammals, such as humans, the ovaries are responsible for egg…
The rivers of Australia, which once flowed across its now dry interior, used to host a range of bizarre animals – including a sleek predatory…
OK A research team at Göttingen University is leading an investigation into the emergence of multicellularity. Of all the organisms that photosynthesize, land plants have…
During a migration study, a researcher discovered a silky shark in Florida regenerating its dorsal fin, highlighting the species’ extraordinary healing powers. I made an…
Researchers from the Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience found that the superior colliculus, a brain region preserved throughout evolution, plays a more vital role in vision…
New research suggests that the fish may be counting vertical bars on intruders to determine their threat level, and to inform the social hierarchy governing…
Researchers have cultivated human retinas in a laboratory setting, unveiling the process by which a derivative of vitamin A produces the unique cells responsible for…
A groundbreaking discovery reveals the oldest fossilized reptile skin, showing significant evolutionary features and offering a unique perspective on early terrestrial animal life. Preserved in…
Scientists report that the loss of species is twice the current estimate, with 1 in 9 species having been lost. A new study reveals that…
The research team has discovered complex microbial communities in ecosystems dating back over 3 billion years. Microorganisms are believed to be Earth’s earliest life forms,…