Explosive volcanic eruption produced rare mineral on Mars

Planetary scientists from Rice University, NASA’s Johnson Space Center and the California Institute of Technology have…

New study challenges old views on what's 'primitive' in mammalian reproduction

Which group of mammals has the more ‘primitive’ reproductive strategy — marsupials, with their short gestation…

The world's largest omnivore is a fish

Whale sharks are filter feeders and have long been observed eating krill at Western Australia’s Ningaloo…

Arisaema urashima's 'fishing rod' reels in its primary pollinator

The distinctive-looking plant Arisaema urashima is a common sight in woodlands in Japan, with its long-thread…

Adolescent arterial stiffness — a novel risk factor for hypertension and insulin resistance

Emerging evidence suggests that arterial stiffness may be a novel risk factor to be targeted in…

The chemical controlling life and death in hair follicles

A single chemical is key to controlling when hair follicle cells divide, and when they die.…

Study shows link between frequent naps and high blood pressure

Frequent or usual daytime napping in adults was associated with a 12% higher risk of developing…

New study finds lowest risk of death was among adults who exercised 150-600 minutes/week

An analysis of physical activity and medical records for more than 100,000 people over 30 years…

Do fish suffer from oxygen starvation?

Larger fishes are more likely to experience oxygen deficiency in warming water than smaller species. The…

Floors in ancient Greek luxury villa were laid with recycled glass

Several 1700 years old decorative mosaic floors have been excavated in a luxury villa located in…