Monstrous “Hell Ant” That Thrived 113 Million Years Ago Revealed in Oldest Fossil of Its Kind Ever Discovered
Researchers in Brazil found a fossilized hell ant in a rock, suggesting the insect was more widespread than previously thought.
Biology
Discovery of Electrically Conductive Organism Could Usher in New Era of ‘Bioelectronics’
A newly discovered electrically conductive organism that transports electrical current like a wire could usher in an era of bioelectronics.
Skiing the Red Planet? New Evidence Suggests Ancient Mars Experienced Snow and Rain
A new analysis by UC Boulder geologists suggests the ancient Mars landscape was formed by falling precipitation, including rain and snow.
International Space Station to Receive “Rock Star” Tool That Could Aid in Search for Extraterrestrial Life
The International Space Station is preparing for the launch of ELVIS, a tool that could aid the search for extraterrestrial life
James Webb Space Telescope Spots the First Potential Signs of Life Outside our Solar System
Cambridge astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have detected the first potential sign of life on another planet.
Biotech Breakthrough “Grows” Chicken Meat in the Lab—Could Artificial Organs be Next?
Researchers from the University of Tokyo used semipermeable hollow fibers to grow 10 grams of lab-grown chicken breast.
Colossal Squid Captured in First Confirmed Footage of One of the Deep Ocean’s Most Elusive Giants
Scientists say they have captured the first confirmed live footage of the colossal squid, one of nature’s most elusive, gigantic creatures.
New Fungus-Based Building Material Heals Itself, Paving the Way Toward Self-Repairing Structures
A new Fungus and bacteria-based building material demonstrates a healing ability that could lead to self-repairing structures.
Scientists Have Discovered an Unknown Lifeform Deep Within the Earth
A new microbe category was discovered in Earth's Critical Zone, a sort of "skin" extending beneath the planet's surface.
This Pharmaceutical Pollutant is Creating ‘Psycho Salmon,’ Causing Them to Display Concerning Behavior
A pharmaceutical pollutant, clobazam, is turning up in global waterways and altering the behavior of marine creatures.
Chew on This: Natural Bean Gum Could Help Stop the Spread of Flu and Herpes Viruses
Researchers created a chewing gum from lalab beans that has antiviral properties to help fight herpes and influenza strains.
Life on Titan? Scientists Are Rethinking Whether Alien Life Could Thrive on Saturn’s Mysterious Icy Moon
A new study challenges past optimism scientists have expressed about whether life could exist on Saturn's moon Titan.
Neuroscientists Unveil Digital ‘Translator’ to Map the Mind Like Never Before
UCLA Health researchers have developed a new “digital toolbox” for brain network studies that allows them to map the mind like never before.
Life on Mars? Hardy Lichen Offers New Clues After Thriving in Simulated Martian Hellscape
Mars can host life, according to Polish researchers, after demonstrating lichen's survival under simulated Mars-like conditions.
A Revolutionary Brain Mitochondria Map May Help Explain Cognitive Decline
The first brain mitochondria map has been assembled by scientists in what could be the key to unraveling age-related brain disorders.
Microlightning in Water Droplets May Have Sparked Life on Earth, in a “Striking” New Twist on Life’s Origins
New microlightning research out of Stanford adds a "striking" twist to an existing theory about how life may have originated on our planet.
Illicit Cannabis Products Contain Potentially Dangerous Fungal Toxins, New Research Reveals
New research out of Arizona State University reveals black-market cannabis products contain potentially dangerous levels of fungal toxins.
NASA’s Curiosity Rover Uncovers the Most Advanced Prebiotic Chemistry Yet on the Red Planet
NASA's Curiosity rover collected the largest organic compounds ever discovered on the Martian surface, with new hints of ancient life, after scientists analyzed the pulverized rock samples.
Chimpanzee “Engineering” Observed in Groundbreaking Study Offers Clues to Ancient Human Tool Use
New research from Oxford University has revealed chimpanzee "engineering" capabilities that aid them in retrieving insects as food sources.
Shimmering Caves on Earth May Hold Clues to Finding Extraterrestrial Life on Planetary Moons
Fluorescent caves on Earth may hold the secrets to survival necessary for scientists to detect life elsewhere in the universe.
This is Your Brain During Sex: New Research Shows What Happens to Mice During Intercourse
Researchers found that when mice had sex, their brain chemicals dopamine and acetylcholine worked together to produce pleasure.
In Antarctica, an Iceberg the Size of Chicago Suddenly Broke Off, Revealing a Shocking Discovery
Researchers in Antarctica were in the right place at the right time when an iceberg suddenly broke off, revealing a shocking discovery.
New Drug May Revolutionize Stroke Recovery by Replicating Rehab Effects
For the first time, researchers have suggested a breakthrough drug that could fully replicate the benefits of physical stroke rehabilitation.
Newly Discovered Mass Extinction Refuge Reveals Ancient Secrets for Surviving Climate Catastrophes
An ancient mass extinction event left a long-hidden refuge, whose survivors repopulated the Earth much faster than previously believed.
Secrets of the Caterpillar God: Indigenous Traditions Shaped Cassava’s Genetic Diversity for Millennia, Study Reveals
Researchers found that indigenous farming practices like planting cassava for the caterpillar god helped preserve genetic diversity.
Trump Falsely Claims Democrats Funded Research to ‘Make Mice Transgender’—Here’s the Truth
The transgender community became a central talking point during President Trump’s address to the nation and Congress on Tuesday, where he made false claims that Democrats had funded scientific studies to “make mice transgender.”
Hidden at the Bottom of a 2,516 Meter Hole in Finland, Scientists Made a Volatile Organic Discovery
Poor air quality markers were discovered in Finland’s Outokumpu drill hole, marking concerns for carbon generation and nuclear waste storage.
Introducing the ‘Woolly Mouse’: Colossal Biosciences Unveils Its Latest Breakthrough in De-Extinction Technology
Colossal Biosciences has used genetic engineering to produce a cold adapted woolly mouse using woolly mammoth DNA.
Microbial Research Aboard the International Space Station Suggests Astronauts Need to Get Their Hands Dirty
The International Space Station may be too clean for astronauts' own good, allowing hostile microbiota to flourish.
The Brain’s Working Memory Has Limits, and These Scientists Say They Know Why
In a new study, researchers from Brown University found that dopamine levels have effects on working memory, including short term memory.
This New Bio-Hybrid Drone Uses Live Moth Antennae to Navigate by Sensing Odors
Researchers recently unveiled a new bio-hybrid drone that integrates live silkworm moth antenna to detect smells.
New Research Links Aspartame to Heart Health Risks
New research suggests that one of the most common sugar substitutes, aspartame, may have unintended consequences for heart health.
Survival Secrets of Antarctica’s Largest Land-Dwelling Creature Are Finally Revealed
The hardy Antarctic midge finally reveals some of its survival secrets to Osaka Metropolitan University researchers in a new study.
Biohybrid Hand Uses “Sushi-Like” Bundles of Muscle to Mimic Human Movements
A new artificial biohybrid hand uses "sushi-like" bundles of thin human skeletal muscle fibers to manipulate its soft robotic exoskeleton.
Secrets of Cone Snail Toxins Decoded by AI Could Lead to New Drug Discoveries
Researchers have found that cone snail toxins can be a good model for AI simulations of molecular interactions.
New Research Shows Bacterial ‘Sexome’ Could Help Identify Perpetrators in Sexual Assault Cases
Researchers have discovered that unique bacterial species, known as the “sexome,” are transferred between individuals during sexual intercourse.
The Mystery of Water—and Potentially Life—on Ancient Mars May Have Just Been Solved
Harvard scientists studying the mystery of water and life on ancient Mars believe they may have finally found a solution.
Neuralink’s First Human Trials Mark One Year of Control Through “Telepathy”
Neuralink is celebrating its first year of "Telepathy" involving human trials with its innovative brain-computer interface, The Link.
Meet the Worldwide Sisterhood of Citizen Scientists Determining What Makes a Healthy Vaginal Microbiome
An international team of scientists is helping to identify how vaginal microbiomes vary across cultures and continents.
Researchers Pour Cold Water on Attempts to Detect Aqueous Alien Life on Enceladus as New Difficulties Emerge
New research suggests that Enceladus’ subsurface ocean may trap signs of life in deep layers for thousands of years, making it unlikely that NASA’s planned plume samples will provide clear evidence of extraterrestrial organisms.
Research Shows Classical Music Can Soothe Fetal Heart Rates, Promoting Healthy Development
New research reveals classical music can help calm fetal heart rates, potentially offering developmental benefits to babies in the womb.
Neuralink’s Brain Implant Enables User to Control Robotic Arm, Demonstrates Writing in New Video
Neuralink's recent trials showcased a mind-controlled robotic arm, signaling progress despite the company's early complications.
New Strain of Rice Could Slash Methane Emissions by 70% Without Sacrificing Yields
Researchers have discovered how to significantly reduce methane emissions from rice fields without compromising crop yields.
The Gut May be the Missing Link Between Sugary Drinks and Diabetes
A new study suggests that the answer to what links drinking sugary drinks with an increased risk of diabetes may lie in our gut microbiome.
Scientists Create First-Ever Mouse With Two Fathers Using Stem Cell Technology
Using cutting-edge stem cell technology, a team of scientists from the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) recently created a mouse with two biological Scientists from the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) have successfully created a mouse with two fathers..
Bird Flu Evolution is Driven by Large-Scale Poultry Vaccinations, New Study Finds
Large-scale poultry vaccinations may be driving bird flu evolution, according to a concerning new international study.
The X Factor: Study Reveals How Your Mother’s X Chromosome Could Impact Cognitive Health in Aging
New research is offering deeper insights into the role of the active X chromosome and its effects on brain health.
Scientists Complete First Comprehensive Map of Human DNA Recombination
Scientists reveal new insights into the hidden processes driving human genetic variation with the first complete human DNA recombination map.
Researchers Reveal Chimpanzees Engage in “Contagious Urination”
A new study published in Current Biology has uncovered a peculiar social behavior in chimpanzees that experts call “contagious urination.”
Researchers Are Engineering Bacteria to Help Break Down Microplastics in the Fight Against Pollution
Canadian researchers are now engineering bacteria to help tackle the growing environmental impact of microplastics.