In a new study, scientists managed to increase the lifespan of a genus of small flies by altering the symbiotic relationship between bacteria and the cells lining the intestine. The study explored age-related changes in Read More
Researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy have discovered that sodium bismuthate can exist as a form of quantum matter called a 3D topological Dirac semimetal (3DTDS). This discovery of what is essentially a 3Read More
Electronics on very thin substrates have shown remarkable flexibility and lightness. Researchers have now been able to develop a new form of thin-film technology that is very flexible and functional. The film can be used Read More
Most light-gathering macromolecules are composed of chromophores attached to proteins, which capture sunlight. Previous studies have suggested that energy thus transferred is in a wave-like manner, but a non-classical explanation could not be conclusively proved Read More
The discovery of pelves and a partial pelvic fin from Tiktaalik roseae, a 375 million-year-old transitional species between fish and the first legged animals, reveals that hind legs actually evolved from enhanced hind fins. This finding Read More
A long-term study has shown that infant lemurs born to older mothers are less likely to get hurt than those born to younger mothers. The findings are based on an analysis of medical records for Read More
In a study that challenges the fundamental rules of classical chemistry, W. Zhang et al. have published their predictions and experiments on compressing sodium chloride (under 200,000 atm) to form new compounds. The authors report compounds Read More
A recent study has shown that the need to be rewarded immediately is an obstacle in efforts to halt the effects of climate change. Using a collective-risk group experiment, the researchers found that groups cooperate Read More
When a solid object like a rubber ball is compressed onto a solid surface, it retains its original form when decompressed. In contrast, a water droplet’s contact angle with the surface irreversibly changes. But Read More
Scientists have found a way to mathematically explain the severity and timing of human confrontations. This mathematical expression, called a “power law,” can be used to describe universal confrontations, from civil unrest to child–parent Read More