Researchers unlock genomic secrets of scaly-foot snail

Despite an extreme environment characterized by high pressure, high temperature, strong acidity and low oxygen levels…

Surveying the lipid landscape with newly unveiled lipid analysis software

Researchers increasingly aim at using the manifold functions of lipids in our bodies, e.g., as blood…

Scientists study growth rate effect of gut bacteria on degradation of dietary fiber

It is known that approximately 80% of the human immune system functions within the gastrointestinal tract.…

Initial motivation is a key factor for learning in massive open online courses

Since MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) started the OpenCourseWare movement by publishing its course materials as…

Crops sown in a uniform spatial pattern produce higher yields and reduce environmental impact

Higher yields and fewer weeds are possible if farmers sow wheat, maize, soy and other crops…

Conservation goals may be stymied by a lack of land for biodiversity offsetting

Developers may struggle to find enough land to offset the biodiversity impacts of future development, according…

MRI scanning assists with next generation battery design

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can provide an effective way of supporting the development of the next…

Poaching could increase under virus lockdowns: watchdog

Poaching of endangered species could rebound as authorities divert their attention to enforcing coronavirus lockdown measures,…

New insights into how genes control courtship and aggression

Fruit flies, like many animals, engage in a variety of courtship and fighting behaviors. Now, Salk…

Study reveals rich genetic diversity of Vietnam

Vietnam features extensive ethnolinguistic diversity and occupies a key position in Mainland Southeast Asia (MSEA). Vietnam,…