nature
Seeing Cancer With Mantis Shrimp Eyes
Inspired by the mantis shrimp's elegant visual system based on polarized light, scientists have developed a camera that can see cancer.
Termites Evolved Complex Bioreactors 30 Million Years Ago
A genetic analysis has revealed that the enzymes required to decompose plant material are distributed across fungi, termites and their gut bacteria.
Genetic Code Of Resilient Midges Unveiled
Researchers have deciphered the genetic mechanism of a species of small fly that is invulnerable to harsh conditions such as drought.
The Secrets Of Life Underground
The genome of the Damaraland mole rat provides an insight into the adaptations required for life underground.
Hummingbirds Turned Savory Into Sweet
Scientists have unraveled the mystery of how hummingbirds detect sugars without sweet-taste receptors—they use modified savory receptors instead.
Birds Show Fruit Color Pecking Order
Study shows that birds prefer red and black over other fruit colors, suggesting that bird preferences may have influenced fruit color evolution.
Pelicans Most Vulnerable To Fishing Tackle Injuries
A study shows that pelicans are particularly susceptible to fishing tackle injuries, forming 59 percent of all birds injured.
A New Measure Of Biodiversity
The CANAPE model unites genetic and spatial information, providing a more comprehensive understanding of biodiversity.
New Edible Catfish Discovered In North Queensland
A genetic analysis reveals that a commonly caught eel-tailed catfish is actually a distinct new species.
