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Decoding the massively complex gut microbiome
For something that has evolved with us over millions of years, and remains part of our physiology over our entire lives, our gut microbiome, oddly, remains somewhat of a mystery....
Head of National Microbiology Lab resigns, takes bio-research job in U.K.
The head of the National Microbiology Lab in Winnipeg has suddenly resigned to work with a bio-research institute in the United Kingdom.
First wild white stork chick 'in centuries' hatches in UK
The chick is part of a programme to reintroduce breeding pairs of the birds in the south of England.
Reptile poaching in Balochistan (Pakistan) is on a decreasing trend but still troublesome
Since 2013, following strict enforcement of provincial wildlife legislation in the less studied regions of Asia, the overall trend of illegal reptile poaching is steadily decreasing. Despite that, the issue...
Phase 2 of reopening California | Striking photos from around the state
Visual look at the second phase to reopen California amid the coronavirus outbreak.
Scientists discover why some birds live fast and die young
Size, safety and parenting all have an impact on how quickly a species of bird matures, according to new research that could help scientists to understand and predict how animals...
'Trading Spaces' designer Frank Bielec dead at 72
"Trading Spaces" designer Frank Bielec has died of complications of a heart attack. He was 72.
Botanic gardens are reopening with superblooms — and a few new rules
Most of Southern California's botanic gardens closed in March but are now slowly reopening, with new rules about wearing face coverings, buying tickets online and bringing your own water.
Column: Our restaurants are failing. Why should food delivery apps thrive?
While our restaurants suffer, delivery apps are posting record numbers. (With apologies to Jimmy McMillan.)
Leopards spotted in Pakistan capital's park as virus clears way
Leopards, jackals and other creatures living in Islamabad's tree-covered hills have been enjoying a rare respite from the throngs of hikers and joggers that normally pack the trails.
A giant sloth graveyard shows how these enormous animals died - and lived
At least 22 elephant-sized animals died in the same place at the same time, suggesting tragedy might have struck an extended family group.
An inside look at Canada's contact-tracing COVID-19 detectives
How contact tracers in London, Ont. are tracking the virus in the community, one case at a time.
SeaWorld sued for collecting monthly fees on annual passes while parks are closed
San Diego season passholder files lawsuit, which seeks class-action status for annual membership customers nationwide.
Global spread of the multi-resistant pathogen Stenotrophomonas maltophilia
Researchers have found a remarkable global spread of strains of a multi-resistant bacterium that can cause severe infections -- Stenotrophomonas maltophilia. The study provides for the first time a systematic...
Scientists name four new Elvis worm species
The group of deep sea worms known as Elvis worms is comprised of at least four distinct species, according to a new study.
Look: RSPCA rescues fox cub with head stuck in ceramic vase
Animal rescuers in Britain said a fox cub needed some help after being found with its head stuck inside a ceramic vase.
Chemical studies reveal what's making The Scream lose some of its vibrant color and how to prevent further degradation
Moisture and chloride compounds are causing cadmium-based yellow pigment in Edvard Munch's masterpiece to turn off-white and flake
Innovative virus research may save wheat and other crops
Scientists have solved a 20-year-old genetics puzzle that could result in ways to protect wheat, barley, and other crops from a devastating infection.
Shrub encroachment on grasslands can increase groundwater recharge
Grasslands across the globe, which support the majority of the world's grazing animals, have been transitioning to shrublands in a process that scientists call "woody plant encroachment."
Pine martens prefer neighbors, but only if they keep their distance
The otherwise solitary pine marten prefers neighbors, but only if the neighbors keep their distance.
New technology will show how RNA regulates gene activity
The discovery of a huge number of long non-protein coding RNAs, aka lncRNAs, in the mammalian genome was a major surprise of the recent large-scale genomics projects. An international team...
Dead Sea Scroll fragments thought to be blank reveal text
New research has revealed that four Dead Sea Scroll manuscript fragments housed at The University of Manchester's John Rylands Library, which were previously thought to be blank, do in fact...
How we'll get back to the lab during COVID-19
Careful planning and lots of distancing are critical for R&D labs that have stayed open and those looking to restart
Sea skaters are a super source of inspiration
Tiny sea skaters, as insect ocean pioneers, may hold the secret to developing improved water repellant materials. A KAUST study also provides insights into the insect's physical features, including the...
Four species of Elvis worm identified on the deep sea floor
A team of researchers from the University of California and CNRS-Sorbonne Université has identified four species of deep-sea worms that until now have been referred to as Elvis worms. In...
Former NFL executive, college coach Pepper Rodgers dies at 88
Former Washington Redskins executive and college football coach Pepper Rodgers has died. He was 88.
Column One: For this reporter, the danger zone is at the White House
The White House is a mix of normal and surreal, with empty desks, dark rooms and even a Secret Service agent worrying aloud about coronavirus infections.
Innovative virus research may save wheat and other crops
UC Riverside scientists have solved a 20-year-old genetics puzzle that could result in ways to protect wheat, barley, and other crops from a devastating infection.