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Chimpanzee Brain Development

October 9, 2012

The insulation surrounding nerves develops more quickly in chimpanzees than in humans.

October 8, 2012

A new technique makes it possible to scan a sick newborn's entire genetic code in 50 hours.

October 1, 2012

Scientists have discovered that mutations to a single gene in cats can turn stripes into blotches or …

September 27, 2012

A new mouse model for Alzheimer's treatment gets striking results.

September 26, 2012

Deforestation can lead to droughts hundreds of miles away.

September 25, 2012

A protein in spinach packs a punch when it comes to converting solar energy into electricity.

September 24, 2012

Tigers in Nepal are adapting to the presence of humans by changing their daily routine.

September 18, 2012

Populations of ocean bacteria have a few designated fighters, which release antibiotics that don't …

September 17, 2012

Tadpoles don't lose their personalities when they turn into frogs.

September 13, 2012

Smoking marijuana regularly as a teenager may be associated with cognitive decline later in life.

September 12, 2012

Food science and conservation biology come together to fight oil spills using a common ingredient in …

September 10, 2012

Peacocks communicate with sounds that fall below the range of human hearing.