New lead on the cause of autism
Psychoactive chemicals in drinking water cause genetic changes in fish similar to those associated with autism.
The mind and the perception of disease
The behavioural immune system acts as a smoke detector by signalling the body to prepare for disease.
Sorry molluscs, can’t hide from the mantis shrimp
Researchers are looking at the club of the Peacock mantis shrimp as inspiration for designing strong materials.
Head colour reflects personality
Red-headedness may be an indicator of a fiery personality in finches.
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.
