Octopuses on Ecstasy
An antisocial octopus loosens up under the influence of ecstasy.
Science Update
IDing Ivory Poachers
Elephant DNA and complex data analysis are helping to prosecute poachers.
Fish-Eating Praying Mantis
A giant insect gobbles up guppies - and other small animals.
Gut-Brain Connection
Scientists document a near instantaneous electrical connection between the gut and the brain.
Cytokine Research
A breakthrough in medical research arises out of an unexpected finding in chicken eggs.
Body Clock Blood Test
A new blood test can monitor our internal clock.
Early Spring
Spring is arriving early to North American wildlife refuges because of climate change.
Noise-Canceling Brain Circuit
Why don’t we get distracted by our own noise?
Fowl Science
Studying a gland from the rear ends of chickens led to key insights into the immune system.
Flightless Genes
Researchers identify genetic factors that grounded a species of birds whose relatives all can fly.
