Extinct Pathogens That Afflicted Human Civilization Responsible for Diseases in Ancient History [Study]

MEDICINE & HEALTH 08.08.2022 03:42 AM

Multiple ancient human civilizations took a distinct turn for the worst thousands of years ago and scientists believe that the now-extinct pathogens were a major factor in their decline. Read the article to know more.

Pitcher Plant Nepenthes Gracilis Technique in Capturing Insects Using Rain May Optimize Geometric Structures in Biology

08.03.2022 22:14 PM

Scientists reveal the slender pitcher plant's mechanism in trapping insects using the spring at the back of the pitcher wall. Continue reading to know more about the latest discovery of the Nepenthes gracilis species.

Asexual Reproduction Doubles the Risk of Having Harmful Genetic Mutations, Study Reveals

08.02.2022 07:15 AM

New research reveals that animals that reproduce asexually will have more genetic mutations leading to decreased biological diversity. Read the article to know the details.

DeepMind Artificial Intelligence Database Predicts 3D Structures of Proteins Helping Scientists in the Field of Biology

07.28.2022 23:42 PM

DeepMind announced its artificial intelligence to successfully predict the 3D structures of nearly every cataloged protein known to science. Continue reading to know more about the advancement in this field.

Bacteria-Based Microrobots Developed to Help Battle Cancer

07.18.2022 09:30 AM

Researchers have combined biology with robotics to make microrobots, a potential treatment for cancer. Read to know more about this new development in nanotech.

Tardigrades 101: What Makes Water Bears Extremely Resilient in Space?

07.14.2022 01:26 AM

Tardigrades are the best hope people have for sustaining life on Earth and in space. Continue reading to know why.

Bacteria Can Be Hijacked for Drug Development Purposes [Study]

07.08.2022 00:24 AM

Modifying bacteria for drug development is now possible, according to a new study from the University of Texas. Continue reading for more details.

Geckos Have Nanometer-Thin Lipids in Their Feet Allowing Them to Stick to Walls, Study Reveals

07.06.2022 23:39 PM

Geckos can virtually stick to any material thanks to the ultra-thin hairy structures on their feet. Read the article to know the fascinating adhesion of gecko and how it can be used in various applications, including space missions.

AI Software Helps to Discover New Genome Family in Gut Microbiomes Through Protein in Seafood-Poisoning Bacteria

07.03.2022 06:05 AM

A new AI-assisted study revealed previously unknown similarities between the protein structure in genes of infectious bacteria species. Read more about how the discovery was made.

New Microbiology Research Provides Evidence Virus Plays a Role in Evolution of Asgard Archaeans

06.27.2022 23:28 PM

Virus plays a crucial role in the development of Asgar archaeans or sophisticated living forms like humans. Continue reading to see the evidence presented in this new microbiology research study.

Ocean Bacteria Has Great Potential for Natural Product, Study Says

06.22.2022 23:55 PM

Scientists discovered thousands of new marine microorganisms in the ocean. Read more about why the ocean microbiome is beneficial as a natural product.

Why Do Frogs Mate With Food, Another Animal Species, or An Object? Here’s What Biology Tells Us

05.19.2022 11:00 AM

Frogs are found to be mating with literally anything including fruits, animals, and things. Find out the scientific explanation behind this behavior.

Fungus Protein Can Infiltrate Genetic Protection of Plants, Makes Victims Rot and Wither

04.25.2022 12:00 PM

Experts recently discovered the factor that pushes white stem mold to kill plants and cause outbreaks. Read more about the protein and how it works against the genetic protection that evolved with plants

Honeybee Flight Depends on Ground Distance, Mirrored Surface Disorients Altitude

04.18.2022 08:00 AM

Experts found new evidence on how honeybees fly and keep their altitudes. Read more about the findings that were first examined back in the 1960s.

New Projects Seek Knowledge in Welfare Biology with $500k in Funding

03.22.2022 15:07 PM

The emerging field of wild animal welfare research asks, “What is life like for wild animals, and how can we help?”

Cavefish Survives in Deep Caverns for Long Periods, How Can It Endure Low-Oxygen Environment?

03.12.2022 23:36 PM

Research found cavefish survive a low-oxygen environment. Read on and find out if other species can endure the same environment uninterrupted for long periods.

Venus Flytrap Plays Vital Role in Brain-Machine Interface Shown Using Artificial Neurons

02.24.2022 09:31 AM

Researchers have developed artificial neurons for more effective and more advanced brain implantation. Find out what important role Venus flytrap plays in this initiative of scientists to incorporate nature with technology.

Single Gene APETALA3-3 Contributes to the Sudden Evolutionary Change in Such Species

02.21.2022 09:30 AM

When Charles Darwin initially codified the theory of evolution by means of natural selection, he thought of the evolutionary change in flowers and plants as "gradual." He said they see nothing of these slow changes in progress.

Species Can Experience Extinction Twice Before They Completely Go Extinct

02.18.2022 00:35 AM

A new study explains how species can experience extinction twice, and how the second one wipes them out completely from our system.

Protein That Organizes DNA Also Responsible for the Healthy Functioning of Blood Stem Cells, Study Shows

01.30.2022 21:03 PM

A new study found that the protein that can loosen or tighten the wrap of DNA in a chromosome also plays a major role in the healthy functioning of blood stem cells.

Did Octopus Come From Outer Space? New Study Claims Meteor Impacts Brought These Eight-Armed Creatures to Earth

01.28.2022 04:30 AM

A study argues that octopus and squid could come from outer space that was dropped to Earth in icy bolides several hundred million years ago.