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1 Trillion Species, 3 Billion Years: AI Helped Trace Bacteria Evolution On Earth
Bacteria consist of a single cell. They do not have bones and are not like big animals that leave clear signs in the geological record, which thankful palaeontologists can study many millions of years later.
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Bats Avoid Mid-Air Crashes by Adjusting Their Echolocation During Flight
A recent study conducted in Israel’s Hula Valley reveals how bats manage to avoid collisions while exiting caves in large groups. Despite the expected interference from their echolocation calls, which could lead to crashes, bats have adapted by making behavioural changes. They fan out in flight, switching to higher-frequency calls that are shorte...
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Delhi Zoo's Summer Plan: "Fruit Ice Cubes", Sprinklers To Keep Animals Cool
Animals at the Delhi zoo will get a cool treat--"fruit ice cubes--"while water sprinklers will be installed for tigers, lions, leopards, and jackals to help them beat the heat during the summer season.
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Study Finds Grey Seals Can Track Blood Oxygen to Prevent Drowning
A study has revealed that grey seals can monitor their blood oxygen levels to determine when they need to surface for air. Researchers tested seals in controlled environments, exposing them to different oxygen and carbon dioxide levels. The findings confirmed that higher oxygen led to longer dives, while reduced oxygen shortened them. Surprisingly,...
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Can Dogs Help Improve Your Baby's Immune System?
The presence of pets introduces babies to a diverse range of microbes, promoting a stronger and more resilient immune system. But how exactly can dogs help improve your baby's immune system? Let's explore the science behind it.
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Early Human Ancestors Had Plant-Based Diets, Research Suggests
New research reveals that Australopithecus africanus, an early human ancestor, primarily ate plants. Fossilised tooth analysis suggests meat was not a major part of their diet. This study, published in Science, challenges the idea that early hominins relied on animal protein for cognitive development. Researchers point out the possibility of insect...
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Roblox Shindo Life Codes (January 2025): Free Rell Coins, Spins, How to Redeem, and More
Shindo Life, the popular anime-inspired game on Roblox, keeps players hooked with constant updates and free rewards. January 2025 brings a fresh batch of codes offering RELLcoins, spins, and other in-game bonuses to enhance your character and gameplay. Redeem these codes by navigating to the ‘Edit’ section in the main menu and entering them pre...
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Disney Bets on Korean and Japanese Originals in Asia Growth Push
Disney is focusing on select Asian markets to help scale up the local subscriber base and draw international viewership, while cutting content investment in Southeast Asia. Its India operation merged with Reliance Industries’s media business to form a joint venture called JioStar.
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World Kindness Day 2024: This Little Act Of Kindness Can Help You Save Hundreds Of Stray Dogs And Cats
Learn how a small act of kindness can save the lives of stray dogs and cats. Discover simple ways to protect stray animals this World Kindness Day 2024.
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Bees Help Tackle Elephant-Human Conflict In Kenya
A nine-year study published last month found that elephants avoided farms with the ferocious bees 86 percent of the time.
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2022 Tonga Eruption: Public Observations and Scientific Data Illuminate Hunga Volcano's Global Impact
The Hunga volcano eruption near Tonga on January 15, 2022, sent shockwaves and tsunamis across the globe, creating low, booming sounds heard as far away as Alaska. In New Zealand, more than 2,100 public observations of the eruption, from rumbling sounds to animals reacting, helped scientists at GNS Science cross-verify seismic and atmospheric data....
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New UCLA Therapy Shows Promise in Preventing Heart Failure After Heart Attacks
UCLA’s Broad Center researchers have developed an antibody therapy to help the heart heal after a heart attack. This therapy, which blocks the ENPP1 protein, reduces scar tissue formation that can lead to heart failure. Early tests showed that treated animals had less scarring and a reduced risk of severe heart failure. With plans for human trial...
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AI Unlocks “DNA Grammar” for Targeted Gene Editing, Enhancing Gene Therapy, and More
Researchers at The Jackson Laboratory, Broad Institute, and Yale University use AI to identify DNA sequences that control gene activation in specific cells. This AI model decodes patterns in DNA regions called cis-regulatory elements (CREs), guiding synthetic DNA switches for cell-specific gene activity. Early testing in animal models showed succes...
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Giant Soft Toys Are Emotionally Beneficial For Both Kids And Adults Alike, Here Is How
Discover how giant soft toys, available on Flipkart, provide more than just cuddles. These comforting companions bring emotional benefits for both children and adults, helping to ease stress, foster creativity, and even improve sleep quality.
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This Short-Horned Lizard Squirts Toxic Blood From its Eyes
The Greater Short-Horned Lizard, often called the "horny toad," is notable for its unique defensive strategies. When threatened, it can squirt a jet of blood from its eyes, reaching distances of up to 5 feet. This startling display confuses predators and provides a crucial escape opportunity. Additionally, the lizard can inflate its body, appearing...
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1 Trillion Species, 3 Billion Years: AI Helped Trace Bacteria Evolution On Earth
Bacteria consist of a single cell. They do not have bones and are not like big animals that leave clear signs in the geological record, which thankful palaeontologists can study many millions of years later.
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Bats Avoid Mid-Air Crashes by Adjusting Their Echolocation During Flight
A recent study conducted in Israel’s Hula Valley reveals how bats manage to avoid collisions while exiting caves in large groups. Despite the expected interference from their echolocation calls, which could lead to crashes, bats have adapted by making behavioural changes. They fan out in flight, switching to higher-frequency calls that are shorte...
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Delhi Zoo's Summer Plan: "Fruit Ice Cubes", Sprinklers To Keep Animals Cool
Animals at the Delhi zoo will get a cool treat--"fruit ice cubes--"while water sprinklers will be installed for tigers, lions, leopards, and jackals to help them beat the heat during the summer season.
-
Study Finds Grey Seals Can Track Blood Oxygen to Prevent Drowning
A study has revealed that grey seals can monitor their blood oxygen levels to determine when they need to surface for air. Researchers tested seals in controlled environments, exposing them to different oxygen and carbon dioxide levels. The findings confirmed that higher oxygen led to longer dives, while reduced oxygen shortened them. Surprisingly,...
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Can Dogs Help Improve Your Baby's Immune System?
The presence of pets introduces babies to a diverse range of microbes, promoting a stronger and more resilient immune system. But how exactly can dogs help improve your baby's immune system? Let's explore the science behind it.
-
Early Human Ancestors Had Plant-Based Diets, Research Suggests
New research reveals that Australopithecus africanus, an early human ancestor, primarily ate plants. Fossilised tooth analysis suggests meat was not a major part of their diet. This study, published in Science, challenges the idea that early hominins relied on animal protein for cognitive development. Researchers point out the possibility of insect...
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Roblox Shindo Life Codes (January 2025): Free Rell Coins, Spins, How to Redeem, and More
Shindo Life, the popular anime-inspired game on Roblox, keeps players hooked with constant updates and free rewards. January 2025 brings a fresh batch of codes offering RELLcoins, spins, and other in-game bonuses to enhance your character and gameplay. Redeem these codes by navigating to the ‘Edit’ section in the main menu and entering them pre...
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Disney Bets on Korean and Japanese Originals in Asia Growth Push
Disney is focusing on select Asian markets to help scale up the local subscriber base and draw international viewership, while cutting content investment in Southeast Asia. Its India operation merged with Reliance Industries’s media business to form a joint venture called JioStar.
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World Kindness Day 2024: This Little Act Of Kindness Can Help You Save Hundreds Of Stray Dogs And Cats
Learn how a small act of kindness can save the lives of stray dogs and cats. Discover simple ways to protect stray animals this World Kindness Day 2024.
-
Bees Help Tackle Elephant-Human Conflict In Kenya
A nine-year study published last month found that elephants avoided farms with the ferocious bees 86 percent of the time.
-
2022 Tonga Eruption: Public Observations and Scientific Data Illuminate Hunga Volcano's Global Impact
The Hunga volcano eruption near Tonga on January 15, 2022, sent shockwaves and tsunamis across the globe, creating low, booming sounds heard as far away as Alaska. In New Zealand, more than 2,100 public observations of the eruption, from rumbling sounds to animals reacting, helped scientists at GNS Science cross-verify seismic and atmospheric data....
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New UCLA Therapy Shows Promise in Preventing Heart Failure After Heart Attacks
UCLA’s Broad Center researchers have developed an antibody therapy to help the heart heal after a heart attack. This therapy, which blocks the ENPP1 protein, reduces scar tissue formation that can lead to heart failure. Early tests showed that treated animals had less scarring and a reduced risk of severe heart failure. With plans for human trial...
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AI Unlocks “DNA Grammar” for Targeted Gene Editing, Enhancing Gene Therapy, and More
Researchers at The Jackson Laboratory, Broad Institute, and Yale University use AI to identify DNA sequences that control gene activation in specific cells. This AI model decodes patterns in DNA regions called cis-regulatory elements (CREs), guiding synthetic DNA switches for cell-specific gene activity. Early testing in animal models showed succes...
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Giant Soft Toys Are Emotionally Beneficial For Both Kids And Adults Alike, Here Is How
Discover how giant soft toys, available on Flipkart, provide more than just cuddles. These comforting companions bring emotional benefits for both children and adults, helping to ease stress, foster creativity, and even improve sleep quality.
-
This Short-Horned Lizard Squirts Toxic Blood From its Eyes
The Greater Short-Horned Lizard, often called the "horny toad," is notable for its unique defensive strategies. When threatened, it can squirt a jet of blood from its eyes, reaching distances of up to 5 feet. This startling display confuses predators and provides a crucial escape opportunity. Additionally, the lizard can inflate its body, appearing...
