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Zombie ladybirds and ants

Parasites may generate zombie-like ants and ladybirds.

Brain power on whole new level

  Implantable fuel cells harvest energy from the brain.

Genetics used in fight against malaria

Genetically modified mosquitoes are incapable of transferring the fatal disease.

Mapping our microbes

They may be small, but they outnumber our cells.

New weapon against cane toads

A dose of their own poison could control these pests.

Clue to lunar soil’s odd behaviour

Scientists have found nanoparticles inside moon bubbles. 

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.

Do we really need to drink two litres of water?

Researchers suggest our bodies need two litres of fluid per day, rather than two litres of water specifically.

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.

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