The brains of shrimps and insects are more alike than we thought

New research shows that crustaceans such as shrimps, lobsters and crabs have more in common with…

In US, changing self-concept can lower well-being

American culture values the freedom to change and reinvent one’s self. A new study, however, reveals…

Cover crops can benefit hot, dry soils

The Southern High Plains of the United States have low annual rainfall. When it does rain,…

Improved CRISPR gene drive solves problems of old tech

Gene drives use genetic engineering to create a desired mutation in a few individuals that then…

Rapid DNA test quickly identifies victims of mass casualty event

To quickly identify victims of the 2018 Camp Fire, the deadliest wildfire in California’s history, researchers…

Vega's top tank

Image: Vega’s top tank Click here for original story, Vega’s top tank …

Greener petrol at UK pumps to target emissions

The government is consulting on making lower carbon E10 the new standard grade of fuel for…

Pesticides impair baby bee brain development

Pesticides can impair brain growth in baby bumblebees, affecting their ability to perform a simple learning…

Pesticides impair baby bee brain development

Imperial College London researchers used micro-CT scanning technology to reveal how specific parts of bumblebee brains…

Antarctic sea creatures 'stressed to the max'

Justin Rowlatt reports from Antarctica’s Ross Sea, where rising temperatures could affect marine life. …