Humans and other primates are outliers among mammals for having nails instead of claws. But how,…
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Last of universe’s missing ordinary matter
Researchers have helped to find the last reservoir of ordinary matter hiding in the universe.
Why 9 to 5 isn’t the only shift that can work for busy families
A new study finds that the impacts of parent work schedules on children vary by age…
Chameleon-inspired nanolaser changes colors
Chameleons change color by controlling the spacing among nanocrystals on their skin. The nanolaser changes color…
Rare in-vivo study shows weak brain nodes have strong influence on memory network
The majority of existing simulation studies show that the parts of the brain with high connectivity,…
Forgetting may help improve memory and learning
Forgetting names, skills or information learned in class is often thought of as purely negative. However…
Encrypted messages in biological processes
RNA modifications can encrypt the RNA code and are responsible for a very sophisticated control of…
Coconut oil prolongs life in peroxisomal disorders: fruit fly study
'Lorenzo's Oil' was to help a seriously ill boy suffering from a peroxisomal disorder (adrenoleukodystrophy/ALD). The…
Dry landscapes can increase disease transmission
In water-limited landscapes sick animals can have increased contact with healthy individuals, which can facilitate disease…
Mega-cruises are becoming copies of the great Las Vegas resorts
The productive improvements and innovations in the shipyards, which have made the mega ships possible, have…