Monkey Food Culture
Vervet monkeys usually adopt the food preferences of whatever social group they join.
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Insect-Inspired Camera
The compound eyes of insects have inspired the design of a new camera.
Protective Hearing Loss
Temporary hearing loss protects the ear against long-term damage.
Starch from Cellulose
Cellulose, an indigestible material found in all plants, can be converted into healthy, edible …
Numeral Hotspot
Scientists have discovered the area of the brain dedicated to recognizing numerals.
Changing Hare Color
Climate change could make snowshoe hare camouflage less protective.
Parasite-Inspired Adhesives
A marine parasite has inspired new surgical adhesives.
Computer Programming Game
A fun video game teaches college-level computer programming skills to 10-year-olds.
Giant Snail Invasion
Giant East African land snails are wreaking havoc in South Florida.
Zapping Cocaine Addiction
Lasers can eliminate cocaine addiction in rats, pointing to new therapies for humans.
Mapless Monarch Migration
Monarch butterflies migrate from North to South America without a mental map.