Molecular & Computational biology

Mapping corn DNA reveals how genes shape plant traits and pest resistance

A team that includes Rutgers University-New Brunswick scientists has unlocked some of the secrets of corn DNA, revealing how specific sections of genetic material control vital traits such as plant architecture and pest resistance.

Plants & Animals

Pavlov's dogs were conditioned to go to their treat; why do some animals learn to interact with the bell instead?

High school students learn that Pavlov's dogs were conditioned to associate the sound of a bell with getting food. The association was so strong that the dogs would begin to salivate when they heard the bell, before there ...

Want to boost your brain as you age? Music might be the answer

Long-term musical training may mitigate the age-related decline in speech perception by enhancing cognitive reserve, according to a study published in PLOS Biology by Claude Alain from the Baycrest Academy for Research and ...

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Psychology & Psychiatry
Depression linked to 'internal jet lag'
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Studies track 'concerning' spread of mpox

Tech Xplore

New liquid can simplify hydrogen transportation and storage

Researchers at EPFL and Kyoto University have created a stable hydrogen-rich liquid formed by mixing two simple chemicals. This breakthrough could make hydrogen storage easier, safer, and more efficient at room temperature.

How AI can help protect bees from dangerous parasites

Tiny but mighty, honey bees play a crucial role in our ecosystems, pollinating various plants and crops. They also support the economy. These small producers contribute billions of dollars to Canada's agriculture industry, ...

Are there upsides to 'overboarding?'

How many board seats is too many for one director? That's the question on many investors' minds, as they confront the possibility of "overboarding"—directors being spread too thin to do their work effectively. BlackRock, ...