IN THE LAB
The Secret Of The Stradivarius Is (Partly) In The Wood
Chemical treatments to prevent rotting might be behind the highly sought after sound of a Stradivarius violin.
How An Amino Acid Can Control A Plants’ Breath
Plant scientists have demonstrated how a type of amino acid helps to regulate the opening and closing of tiny plant pores called stomata.
East Asian Dust Storms Linked To Algal Blooms
Dust storms like the one that hit China in 2010 dump iron into the oceans, sparking massive algal blooms.
Maintaining The Delicate Balance In The Eyes
Scientists have identified the enzyme that maintains the balance between two key processes that control the size of light-sensitive membranes in the eyes.
Slow Seahorses Evolve Unexpectedly Quickly
The secret to the seahorse’s unique features lie in its rapidly evolving genome, researchers say.
Poor Sleep Drives Consumption Of Unhealthy Foods
Sleep deprived and craving sugary, fatty foods? Blame it on your prefrontal cortex.
Mouth Bacteria Linked To Esophageal Cancer Prognosis
A type of bacteria usually found in the human mouth has been linked poorer outcomes in esophageal cancer patients.
Dogs & Humans Both Interbred To Adapt
Ancient interbreeding with the Tibet grey wolf helped the Tibetan Mastiff adapt to high altitudes.
Why Do Some Pitcher Plants Eat Poo?
Some pitcher plants have given up a carnivorous way of life to eat bat feces instead. Here's why.
