Tiny “sesame” sea slug discovered in Taiwan turns out to be a new species
A tiny new species of sea slug, smaller than a grain of rice, has been discovered off the coast of Keelung in northern Taiwan. The translucent marine creature, covered in…
This tiny mammal survived the dinosaur apocalypse and changed life on Earth
Mammals once shared the planet with dinosaurs until a catastrophic event 66 million years ago wiped out about 75% of all life on Earth. Even so, some species managed to…
These tiny dinosaur fossils fooled scientists for 20 years
A long-standing puzzle involving dozens of unusually small dinosaur fossils has finally been resolved. Specimens once believed to represent a miniature species of armored dinosaur have now been identified as…
This tiny claw in a 500-million-year-old fossil just rewrote the origin of spiders
After a long day of teaching, Rudy Lerosey-Aubril turned to a familiar task: preparing a Cambrian arthropod fossil for study. At first glance, the specimen looked typical for its age.…
Ocean warming may supercharge a tiny microbe that controls marine nutrients
Rising ocean temperatures driven by marine heat waves and climate change are reaching deep waters, raising concerns about disruptions to the ocean’s fragile chemical and biological systems. But new research…
Scientists discover tiny plant trick that could supercharge crop yields
An international team of scientists has uncovered a surprising molecular strategy used by a rare group of land plants. The finding could one day help researchers redesign important crops such…
Tiny mammals are sending warning signs scientists can finally read
The decline of lions and pandas often captures global attention, but a quieter and potentially more damaging crisis is unfolding among small mammals. These tiny animals are disappearing at alarming…
This tiny power module could change how the world uses energy
Global demand for electricity is rising fast. Energy-hungry data centers that support artificial intelligence, along with expanding manufacturing, are putting unprecedented pressure on power systems worldwide. Meeting that demand will…
We’re Obsessed With This Tiny Honda Fit Race Car
Honda has revealed a Fit race car concept alongside an updated version of the model in China. It has a slick livery, white wheels, a hood scoop, canards, a front…
Scientists test a tiny eye implant that could restore sight
Age-related macular degeneration is the most common cause of vision loss and blindness among Americans age 65 and older. The disease worsens over time and primarily damages central vision, making…