Primate thumbs and brains evolved hand-in-hand
University of Reading researchers discover longer thumbs linked to larger neocortex, enhancing primates’ manual dexterity and cognition.
3D printing “glue gun” can generate bone grafts directly onto fractures in animals
Sungkyunkwan University researchers developed a compact device that customises implants, enhancing surgical efficiency and bone healing.
Mechanical forces drive evolutionary change
Researchers at the Max Planck Institute uncover how cephalic furrow formation stabilises embryonic tissues in fruit flies.
Spider uses trapped fireflies as glowing bait to attract more prey
Researchers at Tunghai University discover spiders exploit firefly bioluminescence, increasing prey capture by tenfold.
First transfer of behaviour between species through single gene manipulation
Nagoya University researchers enable fruit flies to perform novel courtship behaviours by activating specific neural connections.
Scientists build cyborg insect assembly line for search and rescue
Researchers at Nanyang Technological University automate cyborg insect assembly, reducing preparation time by 60 times.
Why you may get future vaccines via dental floss
North Carolina State University explores dental floss as a needle-free vaccine delivery method, enhancing mucosal immunity.
Leopard seals sing nursery rhymes below ice to woo mate
University of New South Wales researchers discover male leopard seals sing structured songs for up to 13 hours daily.
Making medicine out of millipedes
Virginia Tech researchers discover millipede secretions containing alkaloids that modulate neuroreceptors, offering potential neurological disease treatments.
Killer whales groom each other using tools made from kelp
Researchers at the University of Washington find endangered killer whales create kelp tools for social grooming.