Sunflowers ‘Dance’ To Optimize Sunlight Exposure In Collective Growth Strategy
New research unveils how 'dancing' movements help avoid shading, solving a scientific puzzle dating back to Darwin's era.
New Studies
French Researchers Make Strides In Enhancing Strawberry Quality Through Genetic Breakthrough
University of Bordeaux study identifies genetic markers to improve fruit traits without compromising flavor or color.
Recycled Glass Accelerates Plant Growth For Salsa Ingredients, Research Finds
Scientists use glass shards to speed up development and reduce fungal growth in growing plants for sustainable farming.
Deadly Sea Snail Toxin Holds Promise For Diabetes Drugs: Study
Venom from geography cone snail mimics human hormone, offering potential for new treatments and improved drug design.
Frequent Food Delivery App Users Linked To Higher Obesity Rates
Research finds affluent households more likely to shop online for groceries, while less affluent families opt for takeaway food. Researchers examine how shifts in food shopping habits contribute to rising obesity rates.
Study Links Fat Cell Size To Future Weight Changes Fat Cell Size: A Predictor Of Long-Term Weight Changes
Research suggests large fat cells predict weight loss, while small fat cells may lead to weight gain over time. New insights into how fat cell size influences weight dynamics in a study presented to the European Congress on Obesity.
3D-printed Microchip Quickly Detects E. Coli And Salmonella In Food
Scientists say the microchip can reduce outbreaks of food poisoning by rapidly testing for multiple pathogens simultaneously.
Ants Observed Amputating Infected Limbs Of Their Wounded
It is the first time any creature has been seen carrying out such an operation on a member of its own species - other than humans.
Patients In Hospitals Treated By Women Doctors Show Lower Mortality Rates
Patients are benefiting from female doctors than under a male doctor's care.