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Insights into the genes and proteins involved in the predatory behavior of a parasitic yeast species…

Color vision found in fish that live in near darkness

An international team of researchers discovered a previously unknown visual system that may allow color vision…

Methane-consuming bacteria could be the future of fuel

Known for their ability to remove methane from the environment and convert it into a usable…

Gravitational forces in protoplanetary disks may push super-Earths close to their stars

The galaxy is littered with planetary systems vastly different from ours. In the solar system, the…

An electric tongue can handle more spicy foods than you can

Thousands of new spicy products hit supermarket shelves every year. Some people crave the heat, some…

Do most Americans believe in human-caused climate change?

What percentage of Americans believe in human-caused climate change? Click here for original story,…

DNA nanostructures designed for drug delivery remain a technical challenge

Many studies indicating that DNA nanostructures can enter cells more readily than simple DNA strands are…

Researchers document the oldest known trees in eastern North America

A recently documented stand of bald cypress trees in North Carolina, including one tree at least…

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Free services let you watch thousands of movies and TV shows online, but using them feels…