origins

Tracing the Origins of Oaks: How Climate and Tectonic Changes Shaped Modern Trees

Rising global temperatures and shifting tectonic plates are believed to have shaped the development of one of Earth's most iconic…

1 year ago

DNA of 1,000 year-old maize sheds light on origins of globally important food crop

Researchers have tested ancient DNA from corn found at archaeological sites in Arkansas, shedding new light on the dispersal of…

1 year ago

Why do we love carbs? The origins predate agriculture and maybe even our split from Neanderthals

If you've ever struggled to reduce your carb intake, ancient DNA might be to blame. It has long been known…

1 year ago

Scientists turn to human skeletons to explore origins of horseback riding

As anyone who's spent time in the saddle knows, riding a horse can be hard on your body. But can…

1 year ago

GPCR structure: Research reveals molecular origins of function for a key drug target

Through an international collaboration, scientists at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital leveraged data science, pharmacology and structural information to conduct…

2 years ago