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Sweet! Scientists Decode Genome Of Chinese Licorice

Interestingly, Chinese licorice, which is closely related to the plant used for licorice candy, codes for many more proteins than the human genome.

Regions At High Risk Of Tsunamis Change Over Time: Report

Based on tsunami data spanning 400 years, it’s clear that modern tsunami risk regions differ from historical evidence.

This Newly-Discovered Orchid’s A ‘Cheater’

Do not be deceived by its delicate looks—this species of orchid lives off nutrients obtained via a bizarre, symbiotic plant-fungi relationship.

Greenhouse Gases Are Sizzling Up Northeast Asia

Increases in hot temperature extremes in Northeast Asia will probably continue for the next few decades, a study predicts.

Do The Tropics Have More Colorful Birds? Not Really.

Birds in the tropics do not evolve to be particularly more colorful than their cousins in temperate climates, a study finds.

This Protein Limits How Much The Heart Swells Under Stress

Researchers have identified a protein that prevents the heart from swelling when under stress.

This Gene Is Responsible For Autumn’s Colors

Researchers have learned how a gene called Stay-Green turns leaves from green to rich oranges, yellows and reds during fall.

Micrometer-sized Silicon Electrodes To Study The Brain

Researchers in Japan have developed tiny, micrometer-scale needle-electrode devices to record and analyze the brain's electrical activity.

CD72: A Potential Target For Treating Autoimmune Disease

Scientists have identified a molecule that blocks the immune system from mistakenly reacting with itself.