A distant ‘super-Earth’ size planet known as Kepler-62f could be habitable, a team of astronomers…
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Baby talk words with repeated sounds help infants learn language
Babies find it easier to learn words with repetitive syllables rather than mixed sounds, a…
Cyborgs closer to becoming a reality of human evolution
Our excitement with and rapid uptake of technology — and the growing opportunities for artificial…
Molds and plants share similar ways in alkaloid biosynthesis
The fungus Aspergillus fumigatus produces a group of previously unknown natural products. With reference to…
Using virtual users to develop accessible ICT-based applications
In a new report, researchers report the development of a set of parametric cognitive virtual…
New model of T cell activation
Biologists show that cholesterol prevents an immune response, even when no antigen is present. T…
Sharks have individual personalities: Study
A new study indicates that sharks of the same species can have different personalities.
Rapid bone growth and underwater breathing: Putting the science of Harry Potter’s universe to the test
In the world of Harry Potter the young wizard undergoes two magical biological transformations: eating…
Predicting the spread of the Zika virus
A new tool predicts the risk of Zika virus importation and local transmission for 189…
Investment in energy storage vital if renewables to achieve full potential
Government subsidies should be used to encourage investment in energy storage systems if renewable power…