For two decades, Nicaragua and El Salvador have seen increasing mortality from an unusual form of chronic kidney disease (CKD),…
How a mitochondrial enzyme can trigger cell death
Cytochrome c is a small enzyme that plays an important role in the production of energy by mitochondria. It is…
Most countries in sub-Saharan Africa not on track for under-5 mortality reduction goal
The relatively slow pace of neonatal and under-5 mortality reduction could prevent most countries in sub-Saharan Africa from achieving targets…
Narwhals spend at least half time diving for food, can fast for several days after meal
Narwhals — enigmatic arctic whales known for their sword-like tusk — spend over half their time diving to find food…
Diet-induced changes favor innovation in speech sounds
Diet-induced changes in the human bite resulted in new sounds such as ‘f’ in languages all over the world, a…
Using an anti-smoking drug to control neurons
A potent chemogenetic system pairs an anti-smoking drug with specially engineered proteins to change neuron activity. The research tool could…
Unique diversity of the genetic history of the Iberian Peninsula revealed by dual studies
Researchers have analyzed ancient DNA from almost 300 individuals from the Iberian Peninsula, spanning more than 12,000 years. The first…
Study uncovers genetic switches that control process of whole-body regeneration
Researchers are shedding new light on how animals perform whole-body regeneration, and uncovered a number of DNA switches that appear…
A History of the Iberian Peninsula, as Told by Its Skeletons
With an analysis of DNA from nearly 300 fossilized remains, scientists are peering into human prehistory in the region.
A History of the Iberian Peninsula, as Told by Its Skeletons
With an analysis of DNA from nearly 300 fossilized remains, scientists are peering into human prehistory in the region.