Human migration in Oceania recreated through paper mulberry genetics

The migration and interaction routes of prehistoric humans throughout the islands of Oceania can be retraced…

Early Celts in Burgundy appropriated Mediterranean products and feasting practices

Early Celts in eastern France imported Mediterranean pottery, as well as olive oil and wine, and…

Marriage may not aid financial savings for those who favor immediate rewards

A study of married couples in Vietnam suggests that, when one spouse tends to favor immediate…

Investigating coral and algal 'matchmaking' at the cellular level

What factors govern algae’s success as “tenants” of their coral hosts both under optimal conditions and…

Finding 'Nemo's' family tree of anemones

Thanks in part to the popular film Finding Nemo, clownfishes are well known to the public…

How much work brings happiness? Not much, study shows

Having a job can be a boon to mental well-being, but for many of us, it…

Plate tectonics may have driven 'Cambrian Explosion'

The quest to discover what drove one of the most important evolutionary events in the history…

Extreme pressure and heat in Earth's mantle simulated

Unlike flawless gems, fibrous diamonds often contain small saline inclusions. These give hints to scientists about…

Wind can prevent seabirds accessing their most important habitat

We marvel at flying animals because it seems like they can access anywhere, but a first…

Researchers see around corners to detect object shapes

Computer vision researchers have demonstrated they can use special light sources and sensors to see around…