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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
Climate Change Breaks Food Chain
Researchers warn that numerous animal species will become extinct in the next 100 years due to climate change. However, the direct increase in temperature will
Tapping into Human Ear Power
Researchers have developed an implant that can harness energy from the human ear to power small electronic devices. The implant taps into a natural source
Antarctic ozone hole closes again.
Good news for the environment as scientists have discovered that the ozone hole over Antarctica is continuing to close. This positive trend could see the
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
Passive Radar Reveals Stealth Aircraft
Researchers have developed an implant that can harness energy from the human ear to power small electronic devices. The implant taps into a natural source
