Rolf Lewis
Rolf Lewis, an alumnus of Turku University, is an accomplished science writer focused on Biology and Medicine. Armed with a background in life sciences, he excels in translating intricate biological and medical concepts into compelling narratives.
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Forgotten Dinosaurs in Museum Archives
A spectacular dinosaur discovery that occurred over 50 years ago has recently been identified as a new species by researchers. In 1958, paleontologists discovered various
Blind mice protect against cancer
Blind mole rats, which live underground, are one of the few animals on Earth that never develop cancer. Scientists have discovered that a collective cell
Transporting Easter Island’s Moai Statues
Transporting the massive Moai statues, weighing up to 74 tons and scattered throughout Easter Island, has long puzzled scientists. However, researchers have now discovered a
Fish swarm tricks visual perception
Silver fish such as sardines, herrings, and sprats have a unique way of tricking predators by avoiding the optical effect of polarisation. When light hits
Beluga Whales Mimic Human Voices
In a fascinating discovery, scientists from the National Marine Mammal Foundation in San Diego have reported that a captive beluga whale was able to imitate
Plants lose insect protection in 3rd generation
In a fascinating discovery, scientists have found that plants can pass on their insect defense mechanisms to future generations through their genetic makeup. The Oenothera,
Antikythera Mechanism Examined Up Close
In 1901, sponge divers discovered a complex mechanical device in an ancient shipwreck off the coast of the Greek island of Antikythera. The device, known
Newly Discovered Pyramids in Egypt?
Archaeologist Angela Micol, who studied archaeology at the University of North Carolina, may have made an archaeological breakthrough thanks to Google Earth satellite images. For
Weight of all life on Earth
In a groundbreaking study, researchers have recalculated the total weight of all life on Earth, revealing that previous estimates were based on flawed assumptions. Led
Pea Aphids Use Photosynthesis
French biologists have discovered that pea aphids are capable of producing carotenoids, a group of pigments that are typically found in plants and used for