Study reveals hidden risks of estuary development for young salmon

A Simon Fraser University-led research team has found significant evidence that human activity in estuaries is…

Deciphering the mechanism that determines organ size and shape

A study by IRB Barcelona’s Development and Growth Control Laboratory, headed by ICREA researcher Marco Milán,…

Shaping the rings of molecules

Macrocycles are molecules made of large rings of atoms. Despite being relatively big and flexible, the…

A plan to save Earth's oceans

At least 26 per cent of our oceans need urgent conservation attention to preserve Earth’s marine…

Fossils help identify a lone 'bright spot' in a similar state to coral reefs before human impact

Researchers at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI) discovered a massive, 7,000-year-old fossilized coral reef near…

Scientists predict state of matter that can conduct both electricity and energy perfectly

Three scientists from the University of Chicago have run the numbers, and they believe there may…

'Feline grimace scale' published

When your cat folds back its ears, closes its eyes, puts its whiskers forward or tucks…

Genetic study uncovers clues to explain how killifish stop aging during diapause

A team of researchers at Stanford University working with others from the Stowers Institute for Medical…

Researchers examine how stereotypes of older adults impact jury duty

Although some may try to avoid jury duty, it’s still regarded as a valuable contribution to…

Asteroid impact enriches certain elements in seawater

Asteroid strikes upset the environment and provide clues via the elements they leave behind. Now, University…