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AdvertisementArtificial spleen filters blood pathogens.
A new medical device that functions similarly to the spleen may soon be used to treat blood poisoning. Developed by Donald Ingber and his colleagues
Microbes Affect Behavior and Mood
Parasites: The Invisible Enemy Within The size of an enemy often determines the level of fear and the anticipation of defeat. However, what if the
Neanderthal Decorated His Cave
The latest discoveries in Gibraltar are shifting the knowledge that archaeologists have about cave art. It turns out that the Neanderthals decorated their caves with
Teaching Fish to Walk: Biologists’ Experiment
In a groundbreaking experiment, biologists at the University of Ottawa have successfully raised Polypterus fish, also known as bichirs or ropefish, on land for eight
Prevent Asthma and Allergies with Animal Fur
A recent study conducted by German researchers has confirmed that babies who sleep on animal fur are less likely to develop asthma and allergies later
Mystery of Deep-Sea Species
Mysterious Mushroom-Shaped Creatures Found in Deep Sea In a recent discovery, researchers have found two pilzförmige (mushroom-shaped) creatures in the deep sea that cannot be
Bacteria Feed on Electrons
In a groundbreaking discovery, microbiologists from the University of Southern California have found a new form of life – bacteria that feed solely on electrons.
Four-winged Dinosaurs
In China, paleontologists have discovered the largest dinosaur with four wings to date. The dinosaur, named Changyuraptor, has the longest tail feathers of all known
Generate, Delete, and Restore Thoughts
In a groundbreaking experiment, American scientists have successfully created, erased, restored, and manipulated memories in rats. This research is seen as a major breakthrough in
Cannabis Reduces Tumor Growth
British scientists have confirmed that the cannabis compound Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) can be used as a therapy against tumor growth. The plant has been found to