Abandoned farmlands enrich bird communities

Abandoned farmlands hold potential for the preservation of wetland and grassland birds as rehabilitation zones.

Housing for health

In a novel approach to improving outcomes for children, a pediatric hospital worked with community partners…

Low plasma levels of omega-3 fatty acids associated with preterm birth

Pregnant women who had low plasma levels of long chain n-3 fatty acids in their first…

Locusts help uncover the mysteries of smell

By looking into the brains of locusts, researchers have determined how one smell can affect another,…

Even low levels of air pollution linked with serious changes in the heart, according to new UK research

Researchers have found that people exposed to air pollution levels well within UK guidelines have changes…

The fate of Arctic mosquitoes depends on habitat and access to blood meals

The future of Arctic mosquitoes (Aedes nigripes) in western Greenland depends on aquatic habitat and access…

Monash scientists show that highly lethal viruses hijack cellular defences against cancer

Henipaviruses are among the deadliest known viruses and have no effective treatments. They include Hendra, lethal…

Rebuilding the tree of life of freshwater macroinvertebrates in the European continent

Scientists analyzed how water macroinvertebrate species, such as beetles, mosquitos and dragonflies, evolved and diversified since…

The subtle mechanics of an avalanche — as seen in 3D

Drawing on the fact that the snow in an avalanche can behave like both a solid…

Rethinking ketchup packets: New approach to slippery packaging aims to cut food waste

New research aims to cut down on waste -- and consumer frustration -- with a novel…