Ancient iron-sulfur-based mechanism monitors electron flow in photosynthesis

Scientists know that a particular protein is responsible for regulating gene expression of photosystems in response…

Newly discovered genetic element adjusts coat color in dogs

Why are Irish Setters so red while other breeds can come in different hues? Geneticists now…

Analyzing DNA in soil could be an effective way of tracking animals

Genetic material left behind by animals can provide critical clues to aid conservation and research. New…

Global warming to increase violent crime in the United States

A new study predicts millions of additional violent crimes in coming decades. Click here…

Nitrogen-fixing genes could help grow more food using fewer resources

Scientists have transferred a collection of genes into plant-colonizing bacteria that let them draw nitrogen from…

Enrico Palermo appointed Virgin Galactic’s Chief Operating Officer

Enrico Palermo appointed Virgin Galactic’s Chief Operating Officer Click here for original story, Enrico…

Boeing HorizonX and BridgeComm Pioneer Ultra-Fast Optical Mesh For Terrestrial, Airborne and Space Applications

Boeing HorizonX and BridgeComm Pioneer Ultra-Fast Optical Mesh For Terrestrial, Airborne and Space Applications …

Are sinking soils in the Everglades related to climate change?

Characterized by alligators, airboats and catfish, the Everglades is a region of swampy wetlands in southern…

Astronomers reveal interstellar thread of one of life's building blocks

Phosphorus is an essential element for life as we know it. But how it arrived on…

What keeps couples together

In mammals, pair bonds are very rare, one of the few exceptions being red titi monkeys.…