How squid and octopus get their big brains
Cephalopods—which include octopus, squid, and their cuttlefish cousins—are capable of some truly charismatic behaviors. They can quickly process information to transform shape, color, and even texture, blending in with their surroundings. They ca.....»»
Study details toxic elements found in stranded whales, dolphins over 15 years
Whales and dolphins get their nutrients and essential elements through their diet. While eating fish, squid, octopus, crustaceans, and other marine mammals, they are also exposed to heavy metal contaminants......»»
Ancient retroviruses played a key role in the evolution of vertebrate brains, suggest researchers
Researchers report in the journal Cell that ancient viruses may be to thank for myelin—and, by extension, our large, complex brains......»»
Desert ants: Earth"s magnetic field calibrates their navigation system
They are only a few centimeters tall and their brains have a comparatively simple structure with less than 1 million neurons. Nevertheless, desert ants of the Cataglyphis genus possess abilities that distinguish them from many other creatures: The an.....»»
New research describes how ADHD gives entrepreneurs an edge
The brains of people with ADHD function in ways that can benefit them as entrepreneurs, according to research from the West Virginia University John Chambers College of Business and Economics......»»
Scientists pinpoint growth of brain"s cerebellum as key to evolution of bird flight
Evolutionary biologists at Johns Hopkins Medicine report they have combined PET scans of modern pigeons along with studies of dinosaur fossils to help answer an enduring question in biology: How did the brains of birds evolve to enable them to fly?.....»»
How to get Squid Tentacles in Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
Certain weapons can't be made without very specific materials in Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth. Here is how you can get some squid tentacles without issue......»»
Space travel taxes astronauts" brains. But microbes on the menu could help in unexpected ways
Feeding astronauts on a long mission to Mars goes well beyond ensuring they have enough nutrients and calories to survive their multi-year journey......»»
AI is changing the cockpit as well as the brains of the car
Intel, Nvidia, Qualcomm highlighted new forms of this consolidated vehicle architecture at CES this year, combining many of the microprocessors into two or three system-on-chips......»»
ABB buys tech company to give next-generation industrial robots eyes and brains
The deal to buy Sevensense, a Swiss startup, is the latest robotics investment by ABB and follows growing demand for industrial robots that can move and work independently......»»
Engineers invent octopus-inspired technology that can deceive and signal
With a split-second muscle contraction, the greater blue-ringed octopus can change the size and color of the namesake patterns on its skin for purposes of deception, camouflage and signaling. Researchers at the University of California, Irvine have d.....»»
High levels of mercury traced to particular cell types in brains of mammals
Exposure to mercury (Hg) is extremely neurotoxic in most chemical forms. Even scientists who study mercury compounds are at risk due to potential exposure to Hg. Renowned physicist Michael Faraday suffered from Hg poisoning due to prolonged exposure.....»»
Switching off from work has never been harder, or more necessary. Here"s how to do it
In the hit dystopian TV series "Severance," employees at biotech corporation Lumon Industries find it easy to separate work and home life. A computer chip is inserted in their brains to act as a "mindwipe." They leave all thoughts of home behind whil.....»»
10 most popular MrBeast YouTube videos, ranked by views
From replicating Netflix's Squid Game to touring fancy hotel rooms, MrBeast's 10 most popular YouTube videos of all time have entertained countless people......»»
What octopus DNA tells us about Antarctic ice sheet collapse
If we want to understand the future, it's often useful to look at the past. And even more useful if you use octopus DNA to peer into worlds long gone......»»
The best laptops for writers from Apple, Dell, HP, and more
Writers need great keyboards to make sure their fingers can keep up with their brains when writing copy. These are the best around......»»
Antarctic octopus DNA reveals ice sheet collapse closer than thought
Scientists investigating how Antarctica's ice sheets retreated in the deep past have turned to an innovative approach: studying the genes of octopuses that live in its chilly waters......»»
Human brain cells put much more energy into signaling
Signaling molecules help modulate the brain's overall activity. Enlarge (credit: Westend61) Indian elephants have larger brains than we do (obviously). Mice have a higher brain-to-body mass ratio, and long-finned pilot w.....»»
Research explores cell-based theory of consciousness and what it entails
Humans and other animals with brains perhaps aren't the only beings on the planet to experience consciousness, says a study in the journal EMBO Reports......»»
The 50 best shows on Netflix in December 2023
The best shows on Netflix in December include Bad Surgeon: Love Under the Knife, A Nearly Normal Family, Obliterated, and Squid Game: The Challenge......»»
Study reveals genes that set humans apart from other primates in cognitive ability
An international team led by researchers at the University of Toronto has uncovered over 100 genes that are common to primate brains but have undergone evolutionary divergence only in humans—and which could be a source of our unique cognitive abili.....»»