In 370-million-year-old red sandstone deposits in a highway roadcut, scientists have discovered a new species…
Month: March 2013
Neurodegenerative diseases: Transmission routes of spreading protein particles
A new study on cell cultures gives insights into the mechanisms of neurodegenerative diseases.
Controversial worm keeps its position as progenitor of humankind
Researchers are arguing about whether or not the Xenoturbella bocki worm is the progenitor of…
Fewer children mean longer life?
New research into aging processes, based on modern genetic techniques, confirms theoretical expectations about the…
Lunar cycle determines hunting behavior of nocturnal gulls
Zooplankton, small fish and squid spend hardly any time at the surface when there’s a…
Telling tales can be a good thing: Personal stories help children develop emotional skills
A new study finds mothers tell better, more emotional stories about past experiences which help…
Virtual games help the blind navigate unknown territory
Scientists have developed a virtual gaming environment to help blind individuals improve navigation skills and…
More fat, less protein improves canine olfactory abilities
From sniffing out bombs and weapons to uncovering criminal evidence, dogs can help save lives…
Scientists discover how drug prevents aging and cancer progression
Researchers have discovered a novel molecular mechanism that can potentially slows the aging process and…
Mountain pine beetle genome decoded
The genome of the mountain pine beetle — the insect that has devastated British Columbia’s…