For The Better

Scientists studied the behavior of the locusts and how the neurons in their brains responded to appealing and unappealing odors to learn more about how the brain encodes for preferences and how it learns.

New research found that inflammation in the body can slow down the development of malaria parasites in the bloodstream — a discovery that may constitute a potential new strategy for preventing or limiting severe disease.

The proverb ‘It takes a village to raise a child’ takes on new significance when a mother of a child is experiencing depression.

Scientific findings don’t always translate neatly into actions, especially in conservation and resource management. The disconnect can leave academics and practitioners disheartened and a bit frustrated.