Study shows willow bark extract has broad-spectrum antiviral effect

From a seasonal cold to a stomach bug, nobody likes catching a virus—and epidemics can be…

Experts predict 'catastrophic ecosystem collapse' of UK forests within the next 50 years if no action is taken

A team of experts from across Europe has produced a list of 15 over-looked and emerging…

Why a surprising discovery, warming seas and the demise of the 'Meg' may spell trouble for more and more sharks

Some unexpected shark strandings and subsequent surprises following autopsies have ironically taken marine biologists millions of…

An optical and electrically driven single-molecule Raman switch

The role of molecular junctions in nanoelectronics is most often associated with electronic transport; however, their…

How a moth's taste preferences change with age

The larvae and adult forms of the cotton bollworm (Helicoverpa armigera) adopt different sugar-sensing systems to…

Detecting gravitational waves with an interferometric seismometer array on the lunar near side

A team lead by Department of Astronomy, Beijing Normal University, recently proposed a promising plan to…

Study shows animals like crickets use the ground to amplify calls

When animals “sing” sitting on the ground—such as when crickets chirp—their volume and reach increase dramatically,…

Education is key to curbing antimicrobial resistance in cats, study says

Better education for cat owners, more communication from veterinarians, increased drug choices and cheaper, rapid diagnostic…

New date evidence for landslides reveals past Seattle fault earthquakes

New maps of more than 1,000 deep-seated landslides in the Puget Lowlands of Washington State provide…

Volcanic eruption: Scientists perform volcanic scenarios to develop response plan

What would happen if a volcano were to erupt tomorrow in New Mexico? How prepared as…