Brain seasonality: Bean bug neurons need biological clock gene for seasonal egg-laying
Biological clocks don't just tick for humans, they're needed by most animals. Researchers from Japan have discovered that insect neurons that promote egg-laying need a biological clock gene for a day length-dependent adaptive cellular response......»»
Can golden retrievers live longer? Researchers find gene associated with longevity in the breed
Golden retrievers are one of the most popular breeds of dogs. But research shows they have up to a 65% chance of dying from cancer. In a new study, University of California, Davis, researchers set out to find if certain genetic factors could help the.....»»
Scientist, after decades of study, concludes: We don"t have free will
Before epilepsy was understood to be a neurological condition, people believed it was caused by the moon, or by phlegm in the brain. They condemned seizures as evidence of witchcraft or demonic possession, and killed or castrated sufferers to prevent.....»»
The combination of oxygen and methane could reveal the presence of life on another world
In searching for life in the universe, a field known as astrobiology, scientists rely on Earth as a template for biological and evolutionary processes. This includes searching for Earth analogs, rocky planets that orbit within their parent star's hab.....»»
Stolen genes allow parasitic control of behavior of host
A team led by Tappei Mishina at the RIKEN Center for Biosystems Dynamics Research (BDR) has discovered that parasites manipulate their hosts using stolen genes that they likely acquired through a phenomenon called horizontal gene transfer. The study.....»»
Results are in for novel rhythm program giving preschoolers a "brain boost"
Preschool-aged children gain a "musician's advantage" by participating in a specialized rhythm program, investigations by Queensland University of Technology (QUT) researchers have found......»»
How climate change could cause havoc to the extraordinary lifespans of bats
The extraordinary lifespans of bats could be under threat from rising global temperatures, according to new research published in Proceedings of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences......»»
These Gene-Edited Chickens Were Made to Resist Bird Flu
Avian influenza can wipe out entire poultry flocks. An early experiment with Crispr suggests that gene editing can protect chickens against infection......»»
LinkedIn is cutting more than 650 jobs
LinkedIn is laying off 668 people across its engineering, product, talent and finance teams as part of a broader restructuring, the social media platform announced Monday......»»
Scientists combine evolution, physics, and robotics to decode insect flight
Some insects' wings flap without brain input. Robots help us understand how. Enlarge / A hawk moth in flight. (credit: Gregory Dubus) Different insects flap their wings in different manners. Understanding the variations.....»»
Thousands of programmable DNA-cutters found in algae, snails, and other organisms
A diverse set of species, from snails to algae to amoebas, make programmable DNA-cutting enzymes called Fanzors—and a new study from scientists at MIT's McGovern Institute for Brain Research has identified thousands of them. Fanzors are RNA-guided.....»»
Even with no brains, jellyfish can learn from their mistakes
In a changed environment, jellyfish change their response to potential collisions. Enlarge / No brain, but still some smarts. (credit: Bielecki, et. al.) They don't have a brain or spinal cord. They float around in a way.....»»
MediaTek’s Dimensity 9300 could clock in faster than the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
MediaTek’s chipsets have long been viewed as playing second fiddle to Qualcomm, but if the leaked specs of the Dimensity 9300 are accurate, Qualcomm could face some serious competition. The post MediaTek’s Dimensity 9300 could clock in faster tha.....»»
A Monkey Got a New Kidney From a Pig—and Lived for 2 Years
Human donor kidneys are in short supply. A new experiment that tested gene-edited organ transplants in monkeys showed that pig kidneys may one day be viable substitutes......»»
A Groundbreaking Human Brain Cell Atlas Just Dropped
The comprehensive collection of 21 studies attempts to map all the brain’s cell types and offers hope of one day being able to trace brain diseases to their genetic roots......»»
Researcher discusses CRISPR-Cas3 as a DNA shredder for gene therapy
Over the past decade, CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing has revolutionized science. It has been lauded as a breakthrough in biogenetics and medicine, with the potential to treat or eliminate many chronic or genetic diseases......»»
How UX designers can use brain science to influence user experience
Understanding the science behind the fine art of balancing users’ attention and intention. As a UX designer deeply invested in the world of apps and user experience, there’s a subject that has been occupying my mind lately—the f.....»»
Your Brain Finds It Easy to Size Up Four Objects But Not Five--Here"s Why
Neuron activity shows that the brain uses different systems for counting up to four, and for five or more.....»»
People Who Speak Backward Reveal the Brain"s Endless Ability to Play with Language
Argentine researchers studied a regional slang that reverses the order of word syllables or letters. Their findings give insight into our natural ability to engage in wordplay.....»»
First-ever gene therapy trial to cure form of deafness begins
Researchers hope to transform treatment of auditory neuropathy. Enlarge (credit: LWA via Getty Images) A world-first trial of a gene therapy to cure a form of deafness has begun, potentially heralding a revolution in the.....»»
Detection and extraction of similar features in disease-related gene groups
Multiomics analysis that integrates different layers of profiles altogether is challenging, since the number of variables in profile substantially differ from each other. For instance, gene expression profile and genomic DNA methylation profile are o.....»»