Rice plants that grow as clones from seed

Plant biologists have discovered a way to make crop plants replicate through seeds as clones. The…

Unlocking the secrets of how cells communicate offers insights into treating diseases

Researchers have made a significant breakthrough by developing the 3D structure of proteins from inside the…

Why deep oceans gave life to the first big, complex organisms

Why did the first big, complex organisms spring to life in deep, dark oceans where food…

The epoch of planet formation, times twenty

A team of astronomers has conducted ALMA's first large-scale, high-resolution survey of protoplanetary disks, the belts…

Hearing loss is a risk factor for premature death

A new study links hearing loss with an increased risk for mortality before the age of…

Gut hormone increases response to food

The holiday season is a hard one for anyone watching their weight. The sights and smells…

Scientists pave the way for saliva test for Alzheimer’s disease

Scientists have identified three biomarkers for detecting mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease in saliva samples.…

Rethinking school suspensions: School climate offers a clue

Researchers have found that when educators and administrators focus on creating a positive school climate, the…

Record-wet and record-dry months increased in regions worldwide

More and more rainfall extremes are observed in regions around the globe -- triggering both wet…

Coral larvae use sound to find a home on the reef

A new study is starting to unravel that mystery. Researchers found that the soundscape of a…