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Sydney Brenner, ‘father of the worm’ and decoder of DNA, dies at 92

Known for his sharp wit, visionary thinking and versatility, Brenner made many seminal contributions to molecular biology over the course of a seven-decade career.

Of Brains And Birdsong

A more refined technique has helped identify the acropallium as the region of the brain responsible for song generation in zebra finches.

Studying Surface Tension With Kitchen Sink Science

A study on loops and soap film generates further questions on topics from vertebrate gut formation to materials science.