Fungus That Causes White-Nose Syndrome in Bats Proves Hardy Survivor.
After taking an in-depth look at the basic biology of a fungus that is decimating bat colonies as it spreads across the U.S., researchers report that they can find little…
genetics
Babies’ Intuition for Numbers Predicts Later Skill at Math
If a 6-month-old can distinguish between 20 dots and 10 dots, she’s more likely to be good at math in preschool. That’s the conclusion of a new study, which finds…
Biological DNA Clock Discovered, May Become ‘Important Biomarker’ To Fight Human Aging
A biological clock capable of determining how old different human tissues and cells are has been discovered by a team of researchers from the University of California, Los Angeles. The…
The Genomic Oracle – If your DNA is sequenced at birth, how would if affect your life? A new project aims to find out.
In June 2007, James Watson, a co-discoverer of the structure of DNA, went to Houston to pick up his genome. At a ceremonial press conference at Baylor College of Medicine,…
Primate brains follow predictable development pattern.
In a breakthrough for understanding brain evolution, neuroscientists have shown that differences between primate brains – from the tiny marmoset to human – can be largely explained as consequences of…
Can Intelligence Really Be Measured?
Every year, the MacArthur Foundation bestows large financial grants on a group of people who are doing exceptionally creative or important work. MacArthur fellowships are often called “genius grants,” and…