For The Better

Scientists have identified a natural barrier to the regeneration of the inner ear’s sensory cells, which are lost in hearing and balance disorders. Overcoming this barrier may be a first step in returning inner ear cells to a newborn-like state that’s …

A new paper documents an unusual behavior among tufted titmice and their closest bird kin. A bird will land on an unsuspecting mammal and, cautiously and stealthily, pluck out some of its hair.

Researchers have established an accurate genome assembly of ‘Fielder’ wheat, which — unlike other wheat cultivars — is very amenable to genetic editing through bacterial transformation. This genome sequence was generated using a technique that is eas…

Researchers have found a new approach to incorporating the larger web of relevant data for predictive modeling for individual and community health outcomes.

An international research team has shown that using solar-panels to produce microbial protein — which is rich not just in proteins but also in other nutrients — is more sustainable, efficient and environmentally friendly than growing conventional cro…

Engineers have developed a more efficient way of converting light from one wavelength to another, opening the door for improvements in the performance of imaging, sensing and communication systems.

Researchers have found evidence that World Trade Center responders had a higher likelihood of developing liver disease if they arrived at the site right after the attacks as opposed to working at Ground Zero later in the rescue and recovery efforts.

A study involving over 26,000 individual graves in England, France, Germany, Belgium, Switzerland and the Netherlands explores the changes to burial practices and use of ‘grave goods’ between the 6th-8th centuries CE. Although clear regional distinctio…