Dung Beetle Navigation
Dung beetles use the Milky Way to roll their dung balls in a straight line.
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Parkinson’s Test
A salivary gland biopsy may finally make it possible to definitively diagnose Parkinson's Disease in …
China’s Only Children
China's “one-child” social policy may have unintended effects on the children.
Making Room for Memories
Children are better at forming long-term memories than adults for a surprising reason.
Targeting Inflammation
A growing understanding of inflammation may lead to new therapies for many diseases.
Plants Smell Danger
A type of plant can sense mating chemicals from fruit flies, and builds up its defenses when it …
Birdsong Bluster
Female songbirds sometimes have a hard time separating truly worthy male crooners from the …
Detachable Gecko Tails
Gecko tails fall off along pre-determined lines.