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Diabetes-causing gene can be regulated like a rheostat
Researchers have found a switch that regulates the activity of HNF1A, a gene that causes diabetes.…
Trunk dexterity explained: Scientists decipher facial motor control in elephants
Elephants have an amazing arsenal of face, ear and trunk movements. The trunk consists of far…
Sedentary lifestyle and sugary diet more detrimental to men
A new study shows that short-term lifestyle changes can disrupt the response to insulin of blood…
Why some people are mosquito magnets
The female mosquito will hunt down any human, but some of us get bitten far more…
River longer than the Thames beneath Antarctic ice sheet could affect ice loss
An unexpected river under the Antarctic ice sheet affects the flow and melting of ice, potentially…
Study shows bumble bees 'play'
Bumble bees play, according to new research. It is believed to be the first time that…
Magma on Mars likely
Until now, Mars has been generally considered a geologically dead planet. An international team of researchers…
Overcoming resistance to colon cancer treatment
Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers. Its treatment is mainly based on chemotherapy.…
Rare Earth elements synthesis confirmed in neutron star mergers
When two neutron stars merge, the resultant explosion forms heavy elements — many of which make…