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Scientists discover the evolutionary link between protein structure and function
A new study demonstrates the evolution of protein structure and function over 3.8 billion years….
New horned dinosaur species with ‘spiked shield’
A chance fossil discovery in Montana a decade ago has led to the identification of…
Researchers develop new way to decode large amounts of biological data
In recent years, the amount of genomic data available to scientists has exploded. This trove…
Some antibiotics may worsen complications in transplant patients
Some broad-spectrum antibiotics that disrupt the gut microbiome may raise the risk of complications from…
Ocelot density in the Brazilian Amazon may be lower than expected
The population density of ocelots in the Brazilian Amazon may be stable but lower than…
Hornbills in the Kalahari desert may keep cool by losing heat through their beaks
When temperatures are scorching, southern yellow-billed hornbills in the Kalahari Desert of southern Africa dilate…
Big data, better care for chronic kidney disease patients
A team of physicians and computer scientists is using merged electronic health records to improve…
Bright light alters metabolism
Exposure to bright light alters your metabolism, reports a new study. Scientists found bright light…
Research suggests new contributor to heart disease
Medical professionals have long known that the buildup of plaque in arteries can cause them…