Could ultrasound help save hedgehogs from road deaths?
University of Oxford researchers find hedgehogs hear ultrasound, paving the way for potential road safety solutions.
UMD entomologist helps bring the world’s ant diversity to life in 3D imagery
University of Maryland researchers utilise AI and robotics to rapidly create detailed 3D models of ant species.
Big and small dogs both impact indoor air quality, just differently
Researchers at the Swiss Federal Technology Institute find large dogs release more microbes, small dogs more particles.
Fecal transplants from older mice significantly improve ovarian function and fertility in younger mice
USC researchers discover older mice microbiomes boost fertility in younger mice, revealing microbiome-reproductive system connection.
E-waste chemicals are appearing in dolphins and porpoises
City University of Hong Kong researchers find liquid crystal monomers accumulating in marine mammals, impacting gene activity.
Bug beats: caterpillars use complex rhythms to communicate with ants
University of Warwick researchers discover caterpillars’ rhythmic signals mimic ant communication, ensuring protection and sustenance.
Gallium needle that irreversibly softens via body temperature on insertion
KAIST develops a needle using gallium for safer injections, reducing risk of infections and tissue damage.
Household cat could hold the key to understanding breast cancer
Researchers at the University of Bern link genetic similarities between feline and human cancers, advancing treatment possibilities.
Elephant trunk whiskers exhibit material intelligence
Researchers at the Max Planck Institute discover elephants’ whiskers have unique stiffness gradients aiding precise touch.
Team develops smart synthetic material inspired by octopus skin
Penn State researchers create multifunctional smart skin that adapts to stimuli, enabling camouflage and information encryption.