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Medium-Sized Seeds Disperse Better Than Large Seeds: Study

Contrary to common belief, a new study shows that medium-sized seeds have the highest dispersal success due to scatter-hoarding rodents.

‘Ecosystem Canaries’ Warn Against Environmental Tipping Points

Vital information about the overall health of an ecosystem may be lurking in data about 'inconsequential species' like bugs and grubs, according to a study.

Butterflies That Are Picky Eaters In Greater Danger Of Extinction

Butterflies that are picky about their flower diets are more prone to extinction, researchers have found.

Massive Exome Study Reveals 7.4 Million Genetic Variants

Using a massive exome sequencing database, researchers have identified millions of genetic variants for further study.

Mum Speaks Mandarin? Expect Baby To Have A Singsong Cry

Babies whose mothers speak a tonal language exhibit a more melodic crying pattern, according to a study.

Cycad Plant Roots Avoid Competing With Kin For Resources

In a low resource situation, cycad plant roots can recognize the identity of adjacent plants and refrain from competing with close relatives.

BGI Establishes Asia-Pacific HQ In Queensland, Australia

QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute will serve as BGI's R&D and commercialization headquarters in the region.

Researchers Zoom In On Silver Catalytic Reaction

With the aid of an atomic force microscope, researchers have observed a silver catalyst at work.

The China Space Friends Club

The US refuses to collaborate with China on space missions, but no matter: the Asian powerhouse has the rest of the world in its corner.