Genetics used in fight against malaria
Genetically modified mosquitoes are incapable of transferring the fatal disease.
Silkmoth antennae spark eureka moment for scientists
The most powerful explosive detection device to date has been developed by a group of European researchers, but the idea behind the system isn’t entirely new, in fact a little moth species has…
Fruit flies change after sex
Men are from Mars, women are from Venus — and fruit fly neural circuits can prove it.
The elusive ladybird spider
With a striking red abdomen decorated with six black spots, the male ladybird spider is one of the world’s most fascinating — and elusive — creatures. This spider (Eresus cinnaberinus) is an endangered…
The empire of the micro
Directed by Austrian artist Clemens Wirth, this two-minute film takes you into the realm of the micro.
Female tsetse flies and what they teach us about mammals
Lactating tsetse flies can shine a light upon lactating mammals.
Black flies exist for a reason
These irritating creatures could be the key to preventing the diseases they spread.
Japanese honeybees cook their enemies
Irritating bees is never a good idea, especially not if they can kill their enemies with their body heat.
