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Dinosaur farts could have contributed to global warming

Gaseous emissions from giant herbivores may have been enough to warm the Earth.

Image: Penn University

Zombie ants and the fungus that saves them

Newly discovered parasite fights the zombie-ant fungus.

Bigger isn’t always better — or faster

Lizard study reveals why cheetahs are the world’s fastest animal.

Can organic food production feed Australia’s growing population?

Organic foods have an important role in feeding a growing population.

Healthy ageing made fun

Video games are proven to promote healthy ageing.

Glowing can be an effective camouflage

Small-eye pigmy sharks’ bellies shine to disguise them from predators.

Who invented the toothbrush?

Dental hygiene is an ancient concept. Early forms of the toothbrush are mentioned as early as 3000 BC, when Egyptians and Babylonians used “˜chew sticks’ which were thin twigs with frayed edges used…

Brain scans predict weight and sexual behaviour

Functional MRI scans can reliably judge a person’s most basic appetites.

Happiness is the key to a healthy heart

Positive emotions may protect against cardiovascular diseases.

Vintage Scientists, part 2

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