Scientists in the United States say they have taken a step toward developing a possible diagnostic…
Are coffee farms for the birds? Yes and no
Over 11 field seasons, between 1999 and 2010, ornithologist Cagan Sekercioglu trekked through the forests and…
How the bumble bee got its stripes
Researchers have discovered a gene that drives color differences within a species of bumble bees. This…
‘Pedigree is not destiny’ when it comes to scholarly success
What matters more to a scientist's career success: where they currently work, or where they got…
As oceans warm, microbes could pump more CO2 back into air, study warns
The world's oceans soak up about a quarter of the carbon dioxide that humans pump into…
Climate, grasses and teeth—the evolution of South America mammals
Grass-eating mammals, including armadillos as big as Volkswagens, became more diverse in South America about 6…
For certain invasive species, catching infestation early pays off
An international research team led by invasion ecologist Bethany Bradley at the University of Massachusetts Amherst…
Prominently posted rules boost participation, cut harassment online
Clear behavioral rules posted prominently on online discussions can markedly increase participation while cutting harassment, new…
An important function of non-nucleated sperm
Some animals form characteristic infertile spermatozoa called parasperm, which differ in size and shape compared to…
Scientists planning now for asteroid flyby a decade away
On April 13, 2029, a speck of light will streak across the sky, getting brighter and…