Unveiling the mysteries of cell division in embryos with timelapse photography
The beginning of life is shrouded in mystery. While the intricate dynamics of mitosis is well-studied in the so-called somatic...
Survey finds loneliness epidemic runs deep among parents
COLUMBUS, OHIO – A new national survey conducted by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center finds a broad majority of parents...
Towards sustainable food systems: global initiatives and innovations
Contemporary food systems were originally developed to tackle challenges of the mid-20th century, aiming to supply abundant, efficient, non-perishable starchy...
Coral identified as oldest bioluminescent organism, suggesting a new model of ancient ecology
An international team of researchers, led by Danielle DeLeo from the Smithsonian Institution, has identified eight organisms with previously unknown...
Squids’ birthday influences mating
The day a male spear squid hatches determines which mating tactic he will use throughout his life, according to new...
SRI chosen by DARPA to develop next-generation computational design of metallic parts and intelligent testing of alloys
SRI announced today that it has been selected by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to deliver advanced technology...
NJIT engineers muffle invading pathogens with a ‘molecular mask’
Vaccines remain the gold standard of protection against dangerous pathogens, but take considerable time and vast resources to develop. Rapidly...
The consumption of certain food additive emulsifiers could be associated with the risk of developing type 2 diabetes
In Europe and North America, 30 to 60% of dietary energy intake in adults comes from ultra-processed foods. An increasing...
Star bars show Universe’s early galaxies evolved much faster than previously thought
Embargoed until 00:01am BST on Wednesday 24 April 2024/19.01pm ET on Tuesday 23 April 2024Credit: Zoe Le Conte Embargoed until 00:01am...
Bioluminescence first evolved in animals at least 540 million years ago
Bioluminescence first evolved in animals at least 540 million years ago in a group of marine invertebrates called octocorals, according...
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Mothers who receive childcare support from maternal grandparents show more parental warmth, finds NTU Singapore study
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Bee body mass, pathogens and local climate influence heat tolerance
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Researchers record first-ever images and data of a shark experiencing a boat strike
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Warm seawater speeding up melting of ‘Doomsday Glacier,’ scientists warn
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Probiotics during pregnancy shown to help moms and babies