Cooling effect of preindustrial fires on climate underestimated

The Industrial Revolution brought about many things: the steam engine, the factory system, mass production. But…

New fuel cell concept brings biological design to better electricity generation

Fuel cells have long been viewed as a promising power source. But most fuel cells are…

Paradigm shift in tuberculosis treatment: Genome sequencing replaces standard resistance testing

An international research team has shown that genome sequencing can improve tuberculosis treatment.

Even light drinking increases risk of death

Analyzing data from more than 400,000 people, researchers have found that consuming one to two drinks…

Tropical frogs found to coexist with deadly fungus

In 2004, the frogs of El Copé, Panama, began dying by the thousands. The culprit: the…

Newly discovered compounds shed fresh light on whole grain health benefits

Scientists have discovered new compounds that may explain whole grain health benefits. A high intake of…

Lilly Pilly fossils reveal snowless Snowy Mountains

Leaf fossils discovered high in Australia's Snowy Mountains have revealed a past history of warmer rainforest…

Discovery of first genetic variants associated with meaning in life

For the first time, locations on the human genome have been identified that can explain differences…

It pays to be pessimistic, shows new research into entrepreneurs

Optimistic thinking is leading people to set up businesses that have no realistic prospect of financial…

Complex factors can drive the emergence and evolution of plant pathogens

New research sheds light on factors that contribute to the rise and spread of plant diseases.