Biology News Stories

If you find it difficult to change your diet, look at what these bacteria did…

The genetic changes that protect ash trees against ash dieback disease have been uncovered by UK scientists...

In every generation there is about a 1% chance of a child’s father not actually being the mother’s husband...

Being called a bird brain might not be such a bad thing…

Measles erases the immune system's memory of past infections, two new studies revealed this week...

After decades, researchers have discovered how measles erases our immune system’s memory of past infections...

Ditching a raft of genes helped marine mammals to adapt to life afloat...

Global wildlife trade affects whole groups of species, with up to 3,000 more species predicted to be affected.

Researchers find that restoring sensation in amputated legs seems to make walking easier...

A strain of antibiotic-resistant bacteria absorb fewer nutrients, but thrive in hospital environments...

How can bacteria cool the climate?

Cigarette butts stunt plant growth...

The minimum number of genes needed for life depends on the surrounding environment...

Do plants have consciousness?

The first complete full body map detailing the connections between neurons in worms has been drawn.

Scientists have found a hidden weakness of the superbug MRSA...

Protein sequences turned into audible melodies

What would Old McDonald says about his overcrowded, over-medicated, and overlooked animals...?

Humans have a unique perception of pitch compared to macaque monkeys

A new compound has been discovered that is able to kill antibiotic resistant bacteria...

CRISPR gene edited twins have been found to have a 21% higher mortality rate before the age of 76.

Heart plasters to replace heart muscle in patients recovering from a heart attack

Could iron deficiency in the cells of the heart lead to heart failure?

Tiny obstacle courses show bacteria adapt their movement to maintain speed.