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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.
Stressed-out Scallops
Scientists can assess the health of marine ecosystems by recording the coughing sounds made by …
The DNA Eaters
A group of microscopic animals get 10% of their active genes by eating the DNA of other species.
Rescuing Eggs
A substance called putrescine has the potential to boost fertility in women over 40.
Anti-Cheating Hormone
The hormone oxytocin has many functions in the human body. Scientists now think it may also help …
Snake Venom Painkiller
Scientists have isolated a potent painkiller from the venom of the deadly black mamba snake.