A major discovery!
Platypus hormone could be useful in treating type 2 diabetes
The unique critters also have a special hormone.
A new way to know if you’ll catch the flu
The first flu biomarker.
Restoring forest habitat has filled Missouri forests with birdsong again
A win for restoration!
Why we need sleep– a molecular answer
An explanation for why we feel tired.
Whale sharks are very picky about where they live, which could be bad for their survival
They are only found at about 10 locations in the world.
Dogs like fatty food but cats prefer carbs
The findings could improve pet food.
Aggressive guppies turn their eyes black to warn other fish
Watch out!
Book Review: ‘The Scientist’s Guide to Writing’
Scientific writing doesn’t need to be painful!
The magic number of exercise hours for seniors to improve their thinking skills
The most important thing is that you stick with it.
Stick insects defy death– their eggs can survive being eaten by birds
They are “re-born.”
Terrestrial temperatures in the Pliocene were 2-3°C warmer than now
It can be used as a model for future climate change.
Ant groups alternate between movement types to avoid obstacles
Birds, err, ants of a fellow flock together.
How your body heals itself after a wound
Never fear, the macrophages are here!
Women prefer more masculine male faces no matter their own fertility
Good news for macho men.
Importing soybeans has a hidden cost
The importing country’s environment also suffers.
Fasting can help stem cells in the intestine to regenerate
They are fast to heal.
100-million-year-old fossilized larvae got a tasty meal by pretending to be a liverwort
A wolf in sheep’s clothing.
Breastfeeding changed tooth shape in pre-Native American peoples
A genetic journey.
Zero-calorie sweeteners might be just as bad for you as sugar
You can’t cheat reducing your sugar intake.