A new species of Canadian gall mite challenges current classification of a major lineage

A new species of gall mites (Setoptus tsugivagus) associated with the Western hemlock (a common coniferous…

Researchers describe a new fireworm bioluminescence system

A collaborative effort by an international team of scientists has led to to the discovery of…

Insect-based food 'better for pets than top steak'

The body representing UK vets says pet food diets based on insects are a ‘fantastic opportunity’. …

Video: The latest look at 'first light' from Chandra

NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory has captured many spectacular images of cosmic phenomena over its two decades…

Technique combats widespread passion fruit disease

Passion fruit woodiness caused by cowpea aphid-borne mosaic virus (CABMV), the disease that most affects passion…

Japanese trees synchronize allergic pollen release over immense distances

Complaints of allergic rhinitis (hayfever) are common worldwide, affecting around 17 percent of the Japanese population…

Amazon fires

Human and robotic exploration image of the week: Amazon wildfires as seen from the International Space…

San Antonio researchers seek to prevent aerospace failures and oil spills disasters

In 2014, Kazakhstan’s newest and largest oil field was slated to become a major contributor to…

Skin creams aren't what we thought they were

Anyone who has gone through the stress and discomfort of raw, irritated skin knows the relief…

Nanoparticles could someday give humans built-in night vision

Movies featuring heroes with superpowers, such as flight, X-ray vision or extraordinary strength, are all the…