Cicadas’ unique urination unlocks new understanding of fluid dynamics
Cicadas are the soundtrack of summer, but their pee is more special than their music. Rather than sprinkling droplets, they emit jets of urine from their small frames. For years,…
Understanding the neuroendocrine basis for social anxiety-like behavior in male mice
Researchers from the University of Tsukuba have discovered that estrogen receptor (ER) β, expressed in the lateral septum of the limbic system, plays a crucial role in suppressing anxiety-like behavior…
‘Triple star’ discovery could revolutionize understanding of stellar evolution
A ground-breaking new discovery by University of Leeds scientists could transform the way astronomers understand some of the biggest and most common stars in the Universe. Research by PhD student…
New Mars gravity analysis improves understanding of possible ancient ocean
The first use of a novel method of analyzing Mars’ gravitational force supports the idea that the planet once had an extensive northern ocean. In doing so, the method defines…
Scientists take next big step in understanding genetics of schizophrenia
Genetically speaking, we are individuals different from each other because of slight variations in our DNA sequences — so-called genetic variants — some of which have dramatic effects we can…