Marmots need not worry about being an 'older mum'

Having an older mother works out better for future generations of marmot daughters. Click…

Black Death mass grave discovered at 14th-century monastery hospital

A mass burial of bodies, known to be victims of the Black Death, has been discovered…

Long-term multi-wavelength observations shed more light on blazar 1ES 1215+303

An international team of astronomers has performed a decade-long, multi-wavelength monitoring campaign of the blazar 1ES…

The coronavirus and its impact on global supply chains

Coronavirus is quite rightfully receiving ample attention from healthcare perspective. One less discussed aspect is its…

Training tool helps unemployed job seekers grow networking skills

For many, networking is often perceived as an expected—if uncomfortable—part of the job-seeking process. University of…

Researchers discover how cells clear misfolded proteins from tissues

Researchers in Japan have identified a new quality control system that allows cells to remove damaged…

Biodegradable packaging developed for organic beauty market

New, biodegradable packaging has been developed to help cosmetics firms meet customers’ demand for environmentally-friendly packaging. …

Repairing actively pumping heart tissue with mussel-inspired tissue adhesive

If the heart muscle is damaged, repairing the constantly active organ is a challenge. Empa researchers…

How laser pulses can manipulate magnetization via ultrafast transfer of electrons

Combining experiment and theory, researchers from the Max Born Institute for Nonlinear Optics and Short Pulse…

The wicked risks of biosecurity: Invasive species in Australia

Invasive species have the potential to damage our economy, change our way of life and impact…