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Unlocking the secrets of chemical signals

Witchweeds and smoke-responsive species have taken advantage of chemical signals, but not for the same reasons.

Enzyme plays hide and seek

Plasminogen’s unstable behaviour is the key to plasmin generation.

The canary in the mine might not croak

A common North American frog is identified as the carrier of the deadly chytridiomycosis.

Why carnivores don’t taste sweets

Not all animals have a functioning sweet taste receptor.

Velociraptor’s last meal

Velociraptors didn’t turn down free food.

Young galaxy cluster found

Astronomers have discovered the most distant example of a galaxy cluster.

The wondrous world of dinosaurs

Iridescent feathers were the ultimate social tool for non-avian dinosaurs such as Microraptor.  

What do gorillas and humans have in common?

The gorilla genome has given scientists an insight into human evolution.

Outback palms may have been introduced by humans

An ancient plant may have been carried to Palm Valley by humans.

Evolving planets constantly bombarded

Asteroids suggest that new planets often get a bumpy ride.

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