A new study refutes a provocative claim made earlier this year that fossils classified as the…
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Researchers discover gene that promotes muscle strength during exercise
Researchers have identified a gene that promotes muscle strength when switched on by physical activity, unlocking…
New study challenges old views on what's 'primitive' in mammalian reproduction
Which group of mammals has the more ‘primitive’ reproductive strategy — marsupials, with their short gestation…
The world's largest omnivore is a fish
Whale sharks are filter feeders and have long been observed eating krill at Western Australia’s Ningaloo…
Arisaema urashima's 'fishing rod' reels in its primary pollinator
The distinctive-looking plant Arisaema urashima is a common sight in woodlands in Japan, with its long-thread…
Adolescent arterial stiffness — a novel risk factor for hypertension and insulin resistance
Emerging evidence suggests that arterial stiffness may be a novel risk factor to be targeted in…
The chemical controlling life and death in hair follicles
A single chemical is key to controlling when hair follicle cells divide, and when they die.…
Study shows link between frequent naps and high blood pressure
Frequent or usual daytime napping in adults was associated with a 12% higher risk of developing…
New study finds lowest risk of death was among adults who exercised 150-600 minutes/week
An analysis of physical activity and medical records for more than 100,000 people over 30 years…
Do fish suffer from oxygen starvation?
Larger fishes are more likely to experience oxygen deficiency in warming water than smaller species. The…