The grasshopper gut bacteria can manage with surprisingly few genes
Scientists have discovered that gut bacteria in grasshoppers can survive with only about 60 genes, significantly fewer than typical bacteria.
Discovering the secret behind cigarette addiction and why some people can smoke little or none
Researchers have identified a genetic factor that may explain why some individuals can control their smoking habits while others struggle with addiction.
Such hobbies can rejuvenate the brain – up to a seven-year effect
Creative hobbies like dance, visual arts, and music can rejuvenate the brain, according to research published in Nature Communications.
Scientists answer Al Jazeera: Where does intelligence reside in your brain?
Recent research suggests that intelligence is not localized to a specific area of the brain, but rather emerges from the dynamic architecture of the entire brain.
Scientific Surprise: The Earth's Core Contains a Huge Reservoir of Hydrogen
A recent study suggests that the Earth's core may hold vast amounts of hydrogen, potentially reshaping our understanding of the origin of Earth's water.
The Nature House Name Contest Cost Thousands of Euros
The Estonian Climate Ministry spent €4,340 on a name contest for a new Nature House, engaging experts from Miltton communications agency.
Chinese scientists use "salt" to reduce electricity consumption
Chinese researchers have discovered that using salt can significantly lower energy consumption in production processes, as detailed in a study published in Nature Communications.
American innovation allows yeast to turn sugar into 'money'
A research team from the U.S. Department of Energy has developed a method to convert sugar into a chemical that could generate billions in revenue, as presented in a recent study published in Nature Communications.
The human brain completely changes up to four times during life
Scientists have found that the human brain transforms completely at approximately ages 9, 32, 66, and 83, marking five distinct eras of cognitive development throughout life.