A new study has revealed why some spiders possess venom that is far more potent than others. By analyzing the venoms of more than 70 different...
If you've ever sat waiting at the doctor's office to give a blood sample, you might have wished there was a way to find the same...
Every year, total allowable catches (TACs) and fishing quotas are set across Europe through a multi-step process -- and yet many fish stocks in EU waters...
Researchers have shown that gonadotrophs, cells in the pituitary gland with a key role in puberty and reproduction, come from two different populations, with the majority...
When pollinators visit flowers, they produce various sounds, from wing flapping during hovering, to landing and takeoff. Scientists studied these vibroacoustic signals to develop noninvasive and...
A study has uncovered a surprising link between diet, intestinal microbes and the efficacy of cancer therapy.
A team of scientists has answered a long-standing question in cell biology, uncovering how the cell's main energy currency, ATP, is transported into the endoplasmic reticulum...
New research shows that dentine, the inner layer of teeth that transmits sensory information to nerves inside the pulp, first evolved as sensory tissue in the...
Throwing a little heat on your meal might be an effective strategy for cutting back on calories, according to a new study.
If you've ever regretted ordering a spicy meal, take note: A new study identifying molecules that suppress the heat of chili peppers hints at the possibility...