This metaphorical cat is both dead and alive – and it will help quantum engineers detect computing errors
University of New South Wales in Australia has unveiled an “atomic cat” with seven lives, harnessing antimony’s eight spin states for a sturdier path towards quantum computing.
Deep learning designs proteins against deadly snake venom
Scientists at the University of Washington have used AI to develop stable proteins that neutralise three-finger snake toxins.
New giant sea bug named after Darth Vader tastes better than lobster
Researchers have discovered a huge deep sea isopod, weighing over a kilogram and up to 32.5 cm in length, which has become a Vietnamese delicacy in recent years.
An earful of gill: Stem cell study points to the evolutionary origin of the mammalian outer ear
Scientists at the University of Southern California reveal fish-like genetic enhancers guiding mammalian ear cartilage formation, tracing origins to ancient gills.
Mini VR googles for mice unlock neuronal insights
Cornell University researchers built low-cost VR headsets for mice using smartwatch displays to help track brain activity.
Rats on cocaine: When aversion is not enough
Scientists at the University of Texas at El Paso found that even bitterness failed to deter rats from self-administering cocaine.
Scientists recreate mouse from gene older than animal life
Researchers at Queen Mary University of London, UK, have grown mice using genes from single-celled organisms, revealing new insights into stem cell evolution.
Could lights stop shark attacks
Researchers at Macquarie University in Australia are developing light-based methods to disrupt shark vision by breaking up silhouettes, aiming to prevent future shark attacks.
Alcohol consumption among animals may not be as rare as previously thought
Alcohol consumption among non-human animals may not be as rare as previously thought, say ecologists
Research shows caterpillar fungus can slow down growth of cancer cells
Scientists at the UK’s University of Nottingham have discovered how caterpillar fungus compound cordycepin interrupts cancer cell growth by interacting with genes.