Combining image analysis with a three-dimensional microscopy technique allows researchers to quantify new or little-understood cell…
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Mathematical models provide a snapshot of the human gut microbial community
Microbial communities can be found everywhere—from lakes to the soil on the ground, they are omnipresent…
The meaning of emotion: Cultural and biological evolution impact how humans feel feelings
Words for emotions like “anger” and “fear” vary in meaning across language families. Researchers have now…
Mechanical force as a new way of starting chemical reactions
Researchers have shown mechanical force can start chemical reactions, making them cheaper, more broadly applicable, and…
Improving efficiency, effectiveness of security X-ray technology
The smuggling of contraband, such as explosives and drugs, is a major threat in airport security.…
Fermi mission links nearby pulsar's gamma-ray 'halo' to antimatter puzzle
NASA’s Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope has discovered a faint but sprawling glow of high-energy light around…
How genetics and social games drive evolution of mating systems in mammals
Traditional explanations for why some animals are monogamous and others are promiscuous or polygamous have focused…
How microbes reflect the health of coral reefs
Microorganisms play important roles in the health and protection of coral reefs, yet exploring these connections…
Understanding the mechanisms of seemingly chaotic synchronization in trees
The synchronization of seed production by trees has garnered attention due to its importance in agriculture,…
A 'Jackalope' of an ancient spider fossil deemed a hoax, unmasked as a crayfish
Earlier this year, a remarkable new fossil specimen was unearthed in the Lower Cretaceous Yixian Formation…