Stronger together: How protein filaments interact

Just as the skeleton and muscles move the human body and hold its shape, all the…

Astronomers inspect the formation of millisecond pulsar PSR J1946+3417

A team of Chinese astronomers has conducted a study aimed at inspecting formation scenarios for the…

Pathogenic bacteria rendered almost harmless

Pseudomonas aeruginosa is an opportunistic pathogenic bacterium present in many ecological niches, such as plant roots,…

Smaller bodies, longer wings, earlier migrations: Untangling the multiple impacts of climate warming

When a research team reported last year that North American migratory birds have been getting smaller…

Some blood pressure-lowering meds linked to less memory decline in older adults, study finds

High blood pressure is a risk factor for cognitive decline and dementia in older adults. Studies…

New software for designing sustainable cities

By 2050, more than 70% of the world’s population will live in cities. Researchers have developed…

The risks of adopting 'body positivity' to make a sale

Instagram users who detect self-promotion or corporate marketing in a post embracing the body positivity movement…

Pluto is covered in huge red patches and we don't know what they are

Huge swathes of Pluto’s surface are covered in a mysterious red material, and planetary scientists’ best…

Researchers develop new software for designing sustainable cities

New technology could help cities around the world improve people’s lives while saving billions of dollars.…

Stark reality of Californian drought from space

Image: Stark reality of Californian drought from space Click here for original story, Stark…