A group of researchers have unraveled the mysteries behind a recently identified material—zirconium nitride (ZrN)—that helps…
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Mussels able to adjust heart rate to cope with marine heat waves
Mussels are among the ultimate superfoods, high in vitamin B12, omega-3 and great for the heart.…
Five golden rules for effective science communication: Perspectives from a documentary maker
Over the past three years, people from all walks of life have learned a great deal…
Viewpoint: German police have long collaborated with energy giant RWE to enforce ecological catastrophe
In early 2023, the German village of Lützerath was the site of violent clashes between thousands…
Box of donated artifacts turns out to be treasure trove of Neanderthal bones
A team of historians, paleontologists and biologists affiliated with institutions across Spain has discovered that a…
Towards a better understanding of early human embryonic development
The onset of embryo-specific gene transcription, also known as embryonic genome activation (EGA), is a crucial…
Researchers develop first method to study microRNA activity in single cells
MicroRNAs are small molecules that regulate gene activity by binding to and destroying RNAs produced by…
New study on the genetic magnetization of living bacteria shows great potential for biomedicine
Magnetic bacteria possess extraordinary capabilities due to the magnetic nanoparticles, the magnetosomes, which are concatenated inside…
Freshwater quality is one of New Zealanders' biggest concerns. Water-trading 'clubs' could be part of the solution
For more than 25 years, New Zealanders have consistently rated freshwater health as one of their…
How Canada can make its startup ecosystem more inclusive
The global pandemic caused devastating economic impacts, including high levels of unemployment. As with the 2008…