Tanks of the Triassic: New crocodile ancestor identified
Mon 4:45pmDinosaurs get all the glory. But aetosaurs, a heavily armored cousin of modern crocodiles, ruled the world before dinosaurs did. These tanks of the Triassic came in a variety of shapes and sizes before going extinct around 200 million years ago. Today, their…Backyard insect inspires invisibility devices, next gen tech
Mon 4:45pmLeafhoppers, a common backyard insect, secrete and coat themselves in tiny mysterious particles that could provide both the inspiration and the instructions for next-generation technology, according to a new study. In a first, the team precisely replicated the…Self-heating concrete is one step closer to putting snow shovels and salt out of business
Mon 2:22pmResearchers recently reported on the science behind its special concrete, that can warm itself up when it snows, or as temperatures approach freezing.Fatty food before surgery may impair memory in old, young adults
Fri 4:10pmEating fatty food in the days leading up to surgery may prompt a heightened inflammatory response in the brain that interferes for weeks with memory-related cognitive function in older adults -- and, new research in animals suggests, even in young adults.Oregon State researchers take deep dive into how much water is stored in snow
Fri 4:10pmThere's a new metric that provides a more holistic look at how much water is stored in snowpack, and for how long.'Noisy' roundworm brains give rise to individuality
Fri 4:10pmResearch has demonstrated individual differences in and successfully extracted commonalities from the whole-brain activity of roundworms. The researchers also found that computer simulations based on the whole-brain activity of roundworms more accurately…Gut bacteria make neurotransmitters to shape the newborn immune system
Fri 4:10pmInvestigators discovered that unique bacteria colonize the gut shortly after birth and make the neurotransmitter serotonin to educate gut immune cells. This prevents allergic reactions to food and the bacteria themselves during early development.Even inactive smokers are densely colonized by microbial communities
Fri 4:09pmEverything is everywhere -- under certain conditions microbial communities can grow and thrive, even in places that are seemingly uninhabitable. This is the case at inactive hydrothermal vents on the sea floor. An international team is presently working to…Meteorology: Weak polar vortex makes weather more predictable
Fri 4:09pmEvents in the stratosphere are making long-range weather in Northern Europe easier to forecast, researchers have discovered.Arctic nightlife: Seabird colony bursts with sound at night
Fri 4:09pmAcoustic recordings of a colony of little auks reveal their nocturnal activities and offer valuable monitoring means for avian biology in the Arctic.Protein fragments ID two new 'extremophile' microbes--and may help find alien life
Fri 4:09pmPerfectly adapted microorganisms live in extreme environments from deep-sea trenches to mountaintops. Learning more about how these extremophiles survive in hostile conditions could inform scientists about life on Earth and potential life on other planets.Shark-bitten orcas in the Northeastern Pacific could be a new population of killer whale
Fri 4:09pmResearchers believe a group of killer whales observed hunting marine mammals including sperm whales, as well as a sea turtle, in the open ocean off California and Oregon could be a new population. Based on available evidence, the researchers posit that the 49…Breakthrough could make automated dosing systems universal
Fri 4:03pmAutomated insulin dosing systems combine low-cost blood-glucose monitors with insulin pumps that use precision dosing to continuously regulate blood-sugar and hold it steady. Synthetic biologists have found a way to piggyback on the technology and make it…Groundbreaking study reveals extensive leatherback turtle activity along U.S. coastline
Fri 4:03pmA new study provides groundbreaking findings that offer insights on the migration and foraging patterns of leatherback sea turtles along the Northwest Atlantic shelf.A theory linking ignition with flame provides roadmap to better combustion engines
Thu 10:21pmResearchers have theoretically linked ignition and deflagration in a combustion system, unlocking new configurations for stable, efficient combustion engines due to the possible existence of any number of steady-state solutions.Diverse habitats help salmon weather unpredictable climate changes
Thu 5:15pmRestored salmon habitat should resemble financial portfolios, offering fish diverse options for feeding and survival so that they can weather various conditions as the climate changes, a new study shows.Infections from these bacteria are on the rise: New blood test cuts diagnosis time from months to…
Thu 5:14pmResearchers have designed a platform to perform blood-based diagnoses of nontuberculosis mycobacteria, simplifying and shortening a long-complicated procedure from 6 months to 2 hours. Rapid, accurate diagnosis has never been more important as cases of NTM…New study on mating behaviors offers clues into the evolution of attraction
Thu 2:53pmIn examining the mating rituals of roundworms, researchers uncovered a unique approach to reproduction that maximizes genetic fitness.How home food availability affects young children's nutrient intake
Thu 12:22pmEarly childhood is an important time for learning about nutrition and establishing healthy eating behaviors. Young children rely on parents to provide food options, and the availability of food in the home affects their dietary choices. A new study looks at…Information overload is a personal and societal danger
Thu 12:22pmWe are all aware of the dangers of pollution to our air, water, and earth. In a recently published letter, scientists are advocating for the recognition and mitigation of another type of environmental pollution that poses equivalent personal and societal…Researchers can reveal illegal timber exports
Thu 12:21pmA new method of timber analysis can confidently identify the location in which the tree was harvested. The method has been developed with the aim of combating illegal timber imports from Russia and Belarus.Small amounts of licorice raise blood pressure, study finds
Thu 12:21pmIt is known that large amounts of licorice cause high blood pressure. A new study now shows that even small amounts of licorice raise blood pressure. The individuals who react most strongly also show signs of strain on the heart.Dog-killing flatworm discovered in Southern California
Thu 12:21pmScientists have confirmed that a potentially fatal dog parasite is present in a portion of the Colorado River that runs through California.Surprising insights about debris flows on Mars
Thu 12:21pmThe period that liquid water was present on the surface of Mars may have been shorter than previously thought. Channel landforms called gullies, previously thought to be formed exclusively by liquid water, can also be formed by the action of evaporating CO2…Gut bacteria important for overcoming milk allergy
Thu 12:21pmResearchers have discovered a link between gut bacteria and the success of milk-allergy oral immunotherapy. The study found that Bifidobacterium -- a genus of beneficial bacteria in the gut -- was associated with a higher chance of successful treatment. The…It's hearty, it's meaty, it's mold
Thu 12:21pmScientists are exploring how tuning the genomes of mushrooms and molds can transform these food sources into gourmet, nutrient-packed meals made with minimal processing and a light environmental footprint.A healthier diet is linked with a slower pace of aging, reduced dementia risk, study shows
Thu 12:21pmA healthier diet is associated with a reduced dementia risk and slower pace of aging, according to a new study. The findings show that a diet-dementia association was at least partially facilitated by multi-system processes of aging. Until now, the biological…Alzheimer's drug fermented with help from AI and bacteria moves closer to reality
Thu 12:21pmResearchers combined artificial intelligence and chemical biosensors to ferment the precursor of an Alzheimer's drug in bacteria.Tropical birds could tolerate warming better than expected, study suggests
Thu 12:21pmWe expect tropical animals to handle a certain degree of heat, but not wild swings in temperature. That seems to be true for tropical ectotherms, or 'cold-blooded' animals such as amphibians, reptiles, and insects. However, in a new study of 'warm-blooded'…New bioengineered protein design shows promise in fighting COVID-19
Thu 12:21pmA recent scientific breakthrough has emerged from the work of researchers aiming to combat SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19. The study focuses on the design and development of a novel protein capable of binding to the spike proteins found on the…
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