A research team from the Department of Chemistry at the Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) has made a groundbreaking discovery regarding the harmful effects of blue light…
Category: Biology
3D-Printed Microscope Costs Under $60
In an exciting advancement that could democratize scientific research for students, researchers, and hobbyists around the world, a team of physicists and engineers at the University of Strathclyde in Scotland,…
Manx Shearwaters Adjust Foraging Strategies Based on Wind Conditions
Seabirds are among the most threatened group of birds globally, facing challenges such as climate change, overfishing, and habitat destruction. In this context, understanding their behavior and survival strategies is…
Tree Crops as Unsung Heroes of Agriculture
Tree crops like apples, olives, coffee, and cacao play an essential role in feeding millions while supporting livelihoods and contributing to global economies. Despite covering over 183 million hectares worldwide,…
Black Hole Flare Spotted in Mid-Infrared for the First Time
In a groundbreaking study, an international team of scientists has achieved the first-ever detection of a mid-infrared (Mid-IR) flare from Sagittarius A* (Sgr A*), the supermassive black hole located at…
Study Reveals Genetic Mechanisms of S. aureus Adaptation in Human Hosts
Staphylococcus aureus, a bacterium commonly found in the human nose, skin, and intestines, often lives peacefully in its human host without causing harm. However, in individuals with weakened immune systems,…
Genetic Clues Unravel Cockatoo Mysteries
Ecologists from the School of Biological Sciences at The University of Hong Kong (HKU) have unlocked crucial genetic mysteries surrounding two iconic cockatoo species: the Sulfur-crested Cockatoo (Cacatua galerita) and…
Study Reveals Essential Role of O-GlcNAc Transferase in Embryonic Development
Protein modifications are essential for the proper functioning of cells, ensuring they can perform their required tasks within a healthy system. One particularly important modification involves the attachment of sugar…
Study Challenges Radiation as the Primary Driver of Genetic Differences in Chornobyl Dogs
A new study published in PLOS ONE suggests that radiation-induced mutations are unlikely to account for the genetic differences observed between two populations of dogs living in Chornobyl City and…
Sydney’s Most Feared Spider: Now Three Species
An international team of scientists has unveiled a remarkable update to the classification of Australia’s most infamous spider—the Sydney funnel-web. Known for its deadly bite, the Sydney funnel-web spider has…
Researchers Discover Unprecedented Trophic Complexity in Cretaceous Marine Ecosystem
In a groundbreaking new study published in the Zoological Journal of the Linnean Society, researchers from McGill University have uncovered extraordinary insights into a marine food chain dating back 130…
Study Reveals Stability of Lekking and Instability of Resource-Defense Polygamy in Birds
Researchers at Rice University have made significant strides in understanding the evolution of bird behavior, offering new insights into why certain mating systems endure while others fade over time. Their…
Researchers Uncover How DNA Repair Influences Cancer Cell Death After Radiotherapy
Scientists at the Children’s Medical Research Institute (CMRI) have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of cancer research that promises to reshape cancer treatment and enhance therapeutic outcomes. This…
Zika Virus Hijacks Brain Protein to Cause Microcephaly
The Zika virus, transmitted primarily by mosquitoes, gained international attention due to its association with microcephaly, a severe birth defect marked by underdevelopment of the brain, resulting in an abnormally…
Plant Metabolite MEcPP Prevents Biofilm Formation in Bacteria
Biofilm is an essential yet troublesome phenomenon that can impact both our daily lives and industries across the world. If you’ve ever noticed a fuzzy feeling in your mouth after…
Deciphering the Mechanism of Quinone-Mediated Carbon Capture
Carbon capture, the process of isolating and removing carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere during industrial activities, has emerged as a critical tool in the fight against climate change. Industries…
Redox Modification of SlALKBH2 Regulates Tomato Fruit Ripening
A team of researchers led by Professor Qin Guozheng from the Institute of Botany of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has uncovered a novel mechanism that regulates tomato fruit ripening.…
Extensive Jurassic Dinosaur Trackways Found in Dewars Farm Quarry, England
In an extraordinary discovery, scientists from the Universities of Oxford and Birmingham have unearthed an extensive expanse of quarry floor adorned with hundreds of dinosaur footprints, forming multiple enormous trackways.…
New Fossil Discovery Reveals Giant Predatory Worms from the Early Cambrian
Fossils unearthed in the Early Cambrian Sirius Passet locality in North Greenland have revealed an extraordinary discovery: a previously unknown group of predatory animals that ruled the seas over 518…
Fossil Evidence Suggests Single Ventral Nerve Cord as Ancestral for Ecdysozoans
An international team of scientists has unveiled a groundbreaking discovery about the evolution of the ventral nerve cord, a vital component of the central nervous system in ecdysozoan animals, a…