Researchers have found humans have a higher metabolism rate than closely related primates, which enabled…
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Inheritable bacterium controls Aedes mosquitoes’ ability to transmit Zika
Aedes mosquitoes carrying the bacterium Wolbachia — found inside the cells of 60 percent of…
Venus flytrap exploits plant defenses in carnivorous lifestyle
Venus flytraps have fascinated biologists for centuries, however, the molecular underpinnings of their carnivorous lifestyle…
High-fructose diet during pregnancy may harm placenta, restrict fetal growth
Research in mice and women found that consuming a high-fructose diet during pregnancy may cause…
Study shows pain causes older adults to develop more inflammation over time
When older relatives complain about their pains, show a little empathy, because new research suggests…
Use of personal care products during pregnancy linked to adverse effects in newborns
A new study presents evidence linking personal care products used during pregnancy to adverse reproductive…
Squished cells could shape design of synthetic materials
Cell membranes stand up to significant amounts of stretching and bending, but only recently have…
You could mistakenly believe you’re allergic to this common antibiotic
According to an allergist, most people who believe they’re allergic to this common antibiotic may…
Second strongest shock wave found in merging galaxy clusters
Astronomers have discovered the second-strongest merger shock in clusters of galaxies ever observed.
Antiviral therapies give hepatitis C cirrhosis patients similar life expectancy as general population
The survival rate of patients with hepatitis C virus-related cirrhosis who respond well to antiviral…