The fossilized remains of plants that lived from around 360 to 300 million years ago,…
Month: June 2012
Study on fungi helps explain coal formation and may advance future biofuels production
The evolution of white rot fungi might have helped bring an end to the geologic…
Date of earliest animal life reset by 30 million years
Researchers have uncovered physical proof that animals existed 585 million years ago, 30 million years…
Discovery may lead to new tomato varieties with vintage flavor and quality
A new genetic discovery may help plant breeders recapture heirloom flavor, processing quality and a…
How flu can cause severe infections
Scientists have discovered a new gene in the influenza virus that helps the virus control…
Maya archaeologists unearth new 2012 monument with ‘end date’ of Dec. 21, 2012
Archaeologists working at the site of La Corona in Guatemala have discovered a 1,300-year-old-year Maya…
New insights into the effects of stress on pregnancy
Expectant mothers who dealt with the strain of a hurricane or major tropical storm passing…
How sweet it is: Tomato researchers discover link between ripening, color and taste
For many grocery shoppers, those perfect, red tomatoes from the store just can’t match the…
Master regulator protein brings plethora of coactivators to gene expression sites
A master regulator protein brings plethora of coactivators to gene expression sites. Molecular geneticists call…
Why does a diet high in DHA improve memory?
We’ve all heard that eating fish is good for our brains and memory. But what…