Zombie-Like Human Brain Cells Found Growing Tentacles After Death

Medicine & Technology Mar 24, 2021

Researchers observed that some cells in the human brain are zombie-like postmortem despite surrounding tissues degrading.

The Mysteries of Tardigrades Explained

Mar 20, 2021

Tardigrades have wowed biologists since their first discovery in 1773. Today the microscopic 'little water bears' are infamous for their extraordinary resilience in extreme conditions such as cold, heat, radiation, and even the vacuums of space.

Artificial Uterus Successfully Grows Mice Embryos

Mar 17, 2021

Researchers were able to grow mice embryos outside of a living womb using a mechanical uterus that provides nutrients and ventilation for the mice embryos.

Why Do We See Colors Differently?

Feb 07, 2021

Scientists explain why people sometimes see different colors in an effort to find out what the prime function of color is.

MBL Researchers Imaged First Body Plan Moments in the Embryo

Feb 05, 2021

Researchers have successfully imaged how embryo developments and arrangements in the cell begin.

Can Temperature Determine a Baby's Sex? Experts Weigh In on the Age-Old Debate

Jan 31, 2021

Experts put an end to the age-old debate of whether temperatures can affect the sexes of babies.

Glass Skeleton: The Remarkable Strength of a Sea Sponge

Jan 12, 2021

Research shows a glass skeleton of Venus' Flower Basket is stronger than trusses and other lattice structures.

High-Altitude Living Changed the Epigenetics of Peruvians

Dec 23, 2020

Scientists found alterations in the epigenetics of the DNA of Peruvian people living in the high altitude Andes mountains.

Google's AI Technology Solved 50-Year-Old Grand Challenge in Biology

Dec 01, 2020

DeepMind, Google's AI technology, has solved biology's 50-year-old challenge of determining the 3D protein structure from its amino acid sequence.

Is This Lab-Made Ouroboros Steak Ethical To Eat? Experts Says Yes

Nov 20, 2020

Experts from the United States have created a "grow-your-own" steak that people can grow from their own cells.

Daylight Saving Time: Negative Effects on the Mind and Body to Watch Out

Nov 04, 2020

Here's what to expect when clocks fall back during Daylight Saving Time, according to science.

Dandruff: Causes and How to Get Rid of Flaky Scalp

Oct 29, 2020

Flakes on your scalp, also known as dandruff, are more likely in the winter. Here's how to get rid of them.

The Neural Cruelty of Captivity: Keeping Large Mammals in Zoos and Aquariums Damages Their Brains

Sep 29, 2020

It is easy to observe the overall health and psychological consequences of life in captivity for these animals. Many captive elephants suffer from arthritis, obesity, or skin problems. Both elephants and orcas often have severe dental problems. Captive orcas are plagued by pneumonia, kidney disease, gastrointestinal illnesses, and infections.

Researchers Turn to AI to Protect Orchids and Other Threatened Species

Sep 29, 2020

Researchers are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) in speeding up conservation efforts for orchids and other species, automating the assessment process.

This Startup Is Growing Sushi-Grade Salmon From Cells in a Lab

Sep 22, 2020

Eating fish, then, seems preferable to meat. In fact, according to the Global Aquaculture Alliance, 3.1 billion people around the world now rely on fish and seafood for a fifth of their daily animal protein intake. Fish are also one of our only sources of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids.