Biology

A team of researchers has uncovered a sophisticated molecular switch within our cells that plays a crucial role in gene regulation. This mechanism, centered on a specific type of protein called a histone, dictates how tightly DNA is packaged, thereby controlling which genes are turned on or off. The discovery provides a deeper understanding of … Read more

Scientists have developed microscopic biological robots from human lung cells that can be programmed to move in specific ways. These tiny living machines, known as AggreBots, are constructed from clusters of cells and propelled by the beating of cilia, the hair-like structures that clear airways. This breakthrough in bio-hybrid robotics could pave the way for … Read more

A new integrated platform developed by researchers is set to break crucial bottlenecks in cellular research, diagnostics, and personalized medicine. A team from the Indian Institute of Technology Madras and Toyohashi University of Technology in Japan has engineered a system that combines a massively parallel microdevice for delivering materials into cells with a sophisticated, AI-powered … Read more

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A case of the New World screwworm has been confirmed in northern Mexico, positioning the flesh-eating parasite less than 70 miles from the U.S. border. Mexican agricultural authorities reported on Sept. 21, 2025, that an 8-month-old cow in Sabinas Hidalgo, Nuevo Leon, tested positive for the parasite, marking the northernmost detection in an outbreak that … Read more

Neighbor density shapes survival rates for tropical tree and liana seedlings. Competition for Survival in Tropical Forests In the dense, diverse ecosystems of tropical forests, the struggle for survival begins at the seedling stage. A new study reveals that the proximity of neighboring plants significantly impacts the survival rates of young tropical trees and lianas, … Read more

New acoustic tool identifies fish species from their underwater sounds Researchers have developed a novel underwater camera system that can pinpoint the source of individual fish sounds, a breakthrough that could revolutionize the acoustic monitoring of marine ecosystems. A study published in Methods in Ecology and Evolution details the new technology, which successfully identified the … Read more

Termites protect their fungal farms with sophisticated techniques In the intricate subterranean world of fungus-farming termites, a silent war is constantly being waged against agricultural invaders. New research reveals that these insects, long known for their complex societies, employ a remarkably sophisticated, multi-layered defense system to protect their vital fungal crops from a parasitic weed. … Read more

Super-absorbent hydrogel boosts drought resilience for soilless farms In a development poised to address the critical challenges of water scarcity and agricultural sustainability, a collaborative team of researchers has engineered a fully biodegradable, super-absorbent hydrogel designed to enhance the drought resilience of soilless farming systems. This innovative material, created by scientists at the Free University … Read more

AI analysis uncovers hidden patterns in developing embryo models In a significant leap forward for developmental biology, a team of European researchers has deployed a sophisticated artificial intelligence to decipher the complex cellular choreography within lab-grown embryo models. The deep learning system, trained on vast amounts of microscopy data, successfully identified and tracked every single … Read more