The ability to distinguish objects in peripheral vision varies significantly between individuals, finds new research. For…
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Brain stimulation influences honest behavior
The brain mechanism that governs decisions between honesty and self-interest has been identified by scientists. Using…
Researchers identify link between birth defect, neurodegenerative diseases
A new study has found a link between neurological birth defects in infants commonly found in…
As fins evolve to help fish swim, so does the nervous system
The sensory system in fish fins evolves in parallel to fin shape and mechanics, and is…
Fish social lives may be key to saving coral reefs
Fish provide a critical service for coral reefs by eating algae that can kill coral and…
Behind the scenes: Philly ‘soda tax’ passed on revenue appeal
In a behind-the-scenes look at how policymakers formed Philadelphia's sugar-sweetened beverage tax, researchers found that an…
Three quarters of deep-sea animals make their own light
In the first quantitative analysis of deep-sea bioluminescence, researchers show that three quarters of the animals…
Protein hampers the positive power of brown and beige fat
Too much of a protein already associated with prostate cancer appears to also diminish the energy…
Researchers find novel way to induce pancreatic cancer cell death
Pancreatic cancer, most frequently pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, is the most lethal and aggressive of all cancers.…
Graphene, electricity used to change stem cells for nerve regrowth
Scientists are combining their expertise to change stem cells for nerve regrowth.