Plants rely on the CLASSY gene family to diversify their epigenomes

What determines how a cell’s genome is regulated to ensure proper growth and development? Turns out,…

Researchers discover fossil of new species of pangolin in Europe

Deeper analysis of fossils from one of Eastern Europe’s most significant paleontological sites has led to…

Researchers find low oxygen and sulfide in the oceans played greater role in ancient mass exteinction

Florida State University researchers have new insight into the complicated puzzle of environmental conditions that characterized…

Research on magnetite in salmon noses illuminates understanding of sensory mechanisms enabling magnetic perception

It’s widely understood that animals such as salmon, butterflies and birds have an innate magnetic sense,…

Scientists uncover new information about cellular death process, previously thought to be irreversible

A study published by researchers at the University of Illinois Chicago describes a new method for…

Dwarf galaxy Mrk 462: 'Mini' monster black hole could hold clues to giant's growth

The discovery of a supermassive black hole in a relatively small galaxy could help astronomers unravel…

Burrowing badger unearths Roman-era treasure in Spain

A treasure trove of some 200 Roman-era coins was discovered in northwestern Spain thanks to the…

Researcher develops new tool for understanding hard computational problems that appear intractable

The notion that some computational problems in math and computer science can be hard should come…

Rare snowy owl soars over Washington, thrills crowds

A snowy owl apparently touring iconic buildings of the nation’s capital is captivating birdwatchers who manage…

Migrating holes help catalysts to be productive

Dig this: Catalysis appears to function because of holes. Click here for original story,…