New deep-sea worm discovered at methane seep off Costa Rica
Marine biologist Greg Rouse and his team at UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography have identified a new species of deep-sea worm, Pectinereis strickrotti, near Costa Rica, shedding light on the rich biodiversity of methane seep ecosystems.
Revolutionary elephant iPSC milestone reached in Colossal’s Woolly Mammoth Project
Colossal Biosciences, the pioneer in de-extinction technology, has announced a groundbreaking achievement in the reprogramming of elephant induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs), marking a significant step towards the potential resurrection of the woolly mammoth.
Change in gene code may explain how human ancestors lost tails
A groundbreaking study led by researchers at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, published in the prestigious journal Nature, unveils a genetic insertion shared by apes and humans but absent in monkeys, shedding light on the evolutionary mystery behind the loss of tails in humans.
Five dazzling new species of eyelash vipers discovered in Colombia and Ecuador
Researchers at the Khamai Foundation have identified five new species of eyelash vipers in Colombia and Ecuador, enhancing our understanding of biodiversity and underscoring the need for conservation efforts in these regions.
Brain washing machine: Light-therapy cleanses Alzheimer-causing toxins during sleep
From Higher Education Press 28/09/23 It is well known that sleep is the best medication. However, it is still unknown why the brain recovers better in sleep and whether these processes can be controlled. Recent discoveries have shown that the lymphatic system of the brain is activated during sleep, which contributes to the removal of […]
Venomius tomhardyi: New Australian spider species named after Tom Hardy’s Marvel character
From Pensoft Publishers 14/09/23 Tom Hardy and his Marvel character Venom have given their names to a newly discovered Australian spider. The genus Venomius and its only current species Venomius tomhardyi were described following an expedition to Tasmania. Scientists MSc Giullia Rossi, Dr Pedro Castanheira and Dr Volker Framenau from Murdoch University (Perth, Australia) partnered […]
Hog-cooling technology improves welfare, feeding and milk production
From Purdue University 31/08/23 IHT Group, a division of Decisive Dividend Corp. (TSXV: DE) based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, is bringing patented cooling pad technology for hogs to the North American market in spring 2024. The pads are 2-foot-by-4-foot aluminum tread plates on top of copper pipes that circulate water. Sensors in the pads determine if […]
Which radio waves disrupt the magnetic sense in migratory birds?
From University of Oldenburg 29/08/23 While radio waves emitted by radio and television broadcasting and CB radio can disrupt the magnetic compass of migratory birds, those used in mobile communication networks do not because the frequencies are too high to affect their sense of orientation. This was the key finding of a new study published […]
Longevity gene from naked mole rats extends lifespan of mice – humans are next
From University of Rochester 24/08/23 In a groundbreaking endeavor, researchers at the University of Rochester have successfully transferred a longevity gene from naked mole rats to mice, resulting in improved health and an extension of the mouse’s lifespan. Naked mole rats, known for their long lifespans and exceptional resistance to age-related diseases, have long captured […]
Sabertooth tigers: Roars or purrs? The answer lies in bones
From North Carolina State University 22/08/23 When a sabertooth tiger called out, what noise did it make – a mighty roar or a throaty purr? A new study from North Carolina State University examined the data behind the arguments for each vocalization and found that the answer was more nuanced than they thought – and […]