Latest scientific discoveries and research news
Whalefall excels when focusing on its core premise of a diver trapped inside a sperm whale. However, the film falters with underdeveloped subplots and a shift to unbearable sentimentality, detracting from its potential as a pure horror.
New research suggests butterfly wing patterns generate optical illusions, explaining their evasiveness. This finding sheds light on predator evasion strategies and the evolution of animal patterns.
Analysis of zircon crystals reveals the Ames crater in Oklahoma is 100 million years younger than previously thought, dating to 370 million years ago. This revised age places the impact event squarely within the Frasnian-Famennian mass extinction, suggesting a potential contributing role to the global die-off.
New research suggests the APOE4 gene variant, a major Alzheimer's risk factor, may cause scarring in brain blood vessels. This scarring, linked to reduced pericytes and increased fibronectin production, could impede amyloid-beta clearance, potentially initiating Alzheimer's pathology. The study used brain atlases and stem cell models to uncover these mechanisms.
New research highlights the critical role of the human voice in stress reduction and personal identity. A study shows maternal voices soothe daughters, while individuals with ALS explore the emotional and practical implications of losing their voice and the potential of digital voice cloning.
A conservation program has successfully reintroduced endangered Pacific pocket mice to their native California habitats, including a significant population at Camp Pendleton. These tiny mammals play a vital role in soil health and ecosystem resilience.
Amazon is offering significant clearance prices on a wide range of Greenworks electric yard tools, with some deals surpassing even Prime Big Deal Days savings. This presents a prime opportunity for homeowners to invest in battery-powered equipment at historically low prices.
A U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service biologist successfully rescued a young Puerto Rican parrot from the constricting coils of an invasive red-tailed boa in Puerto Rico's Maricao State Forest. The incident highlights the ongoing threat posed by invasive species to the island's vulnerable native wildlife.
A new book, 'Nature Is Metal: It’s a Life-Eats-Life World,' explores the brutal realities of the natural world through vivid imagery and descriptions of 75 extreme species. This excerpt focuses on eight formidable animals, showcasing their predatory prowess and survival adaptations, challenging romanticized views of nature.