Gray-brown bogong moths may not be much to look at, but every year they perform a…
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New species of cobra-like snake discovered, but it may already be extinct
Around the world, natural history museums hold a treasure trove of knowledge about Earth’s animals. But…
Why does it get hot when you rub things together? Unraveling the mystery of dynamic friction at the atomic level
Friction, an everyday phenomenon, has perplexed scientists for centuries. Though extensively researched, our understanding remains fragmented,…
Scientists develop model to predict and simulate microplastic transport in South Australian waters
Australia has a big problem with plastic waste, with millions of tons of household and industrial…
Reflecting on one's values increases success in job search, says study
Researchers show in a new study that a short reflection exercise to boost self confidence increases…
Genetic study of citrus fruits suggests they originated in southern China
A team of horticulturists, genealogists and germplasm specialists affiliated with multiple institutions in China, working with…
Atmospheric microplastic transport predominantly derived from oceans, study finds
Microplastics in our natural environments are of increasing concern as these tiny particles ( …
Bursts of star formation explain mysterious brightness at cosmic dawn
When scientists viewed the James Webb Space Telescope’s (JWST) first images of the universe’s earliest galaxies,…
Scientists develop nanozyme mimetic that degrades effluents under sunlight
Scientists at the Materials Research Center (MRC), Indian Institute of Science (IISc), have developed a new…
Gut bacteria found in wild wolves may be key to improving domestic dogs' health
Gut microbes found in wild wolves may be the key to alleviating a debilitating gastrointestinal condition…