Some flowering crops, such as beans and cotton, carefully manage the amount and sweetness of…
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Scientists work to develop heat-resistant ‘cow of the future’
More than half the cattle in the world live in hot and humid environments, including…
Decades after the discovery of anti-obesity hormone, scant evidence that leptin keeps lean people lean, scientists say
Decades after the discovery of anti-obesity hormone, scant evidence that leptin keeps lean people lean,…
Leisure activities lower blood pressure in Alzheimer’s caregivers
Going for a walk outside, reading, listening to music — these and other enjoyable activities…
Tropical viruses: Coming soon to Europe?
The mosquito-borne viral disease Chikungunya is usually found in tropical areas. Researchers have now discovered…
Meteorite mystery solved with research on high pressure
A research group has found a long-sought explanation for the apparent contradictions implicit in the…
Dune ecosystem modelling
Acacia longifolia, which is native to Australia, is a species which was cultivated in Portugal…
Equipping form with function
Mechanical structures in steerable cars are optimized to fit exactly one particular shape of the…
Correct connections are crucial
Investigators have been examining the use of deep brain stimulation in the treatment of Parkinson’s…
Child safety or parental duty: New study maps out core concepts in the vaccination debate
The recent measles outbreak in Minnesota has been a sobering reminder of how highly concentrated…