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Habits for 20 Extra Years
A healthy lifestyle can add over 20 years to a person’s life, according to a recent study by researchers at the University of Illinois at
Human Genome Decoded Completely
A breakthrough in genetic research has led to the complete decoding of the human genome. Previously, only 92% of the genome had been sequenced, leaving
Ants use acid as disinfectant.
Ants Use Acid to Disinfect Themselves and Their Colony Ants are known for their stingers and biting tools, but they also possess a unique defense
Bat Social Distancing
Sick vampire bats practice social distancing, according to a recent study by scientists from the Natural History Museum in Berlin, Ohio State University, and the
Mysterious Elephant Deaths in Botswana
In recent weeks, hundreds of elephants have died in a national park in Botswana, leaving government officials, scientists, and conservationists puzzled as to the cause.
Chemical-free mosquito protection with graphene clothing
A new study published in the journal PNAS reveals that a thin layer of graphene in textiles can protect against mosquito bites, replacing the need
How Mosquitoes Find Their Prey
Biologists have discovered an important mechanism in mosquitoes that allows them to find their victims. By deactivating a specific scent receptor, the mosquitoes’ biting activity
Dangerous Tropical Ticks Found in Germany
Tropical Ticks Found in Germany: A Cause for Concern The rising temperatures in Germany have led to the emergence of dangerous ticks, according to researchers
