Terrestrial Zoology Tiny Fly Beats Robots September 3, 2020 Fruit flies dart, circle, zig and zag rapidly. Researchers gain some insight into how they do it so efficiently. CONTINUE READING
Genetics How Mitochondria Protect Themselves from Mutations June 13, 2019 Dr Ross Anderson explains the complexity and elegant function of the powerhouses of the cell. CONTINUE READING
Biomimetics Latest Bio-Inspired Technologies Will Improve Life September 18, 2018 The world will be a better, more sustainable place if we can imitate how nature handles and organizes its materials. CONTINUE READING
Cell Biology What Your Cells Do For You June 29, 2018 Until recently, we humans had no idea the complexity of the systems that keep us alive. CONTINUE READING
Terrestrial Zoology Design in Tiny Fruit Flies December 7, 2015 Among the smallest of flyers, these amazing insects pack incredible technology into a tiny package. CONTINUE READING
Mammals Hair Makes You Bigger and Warmer November 15, 2015 Scientists found that hair increases a beast's surface area by a factor of 100. CONTINUE READING
Biomimetics Biological Systems Provide Infinite Design Inspiration November 11, 2014 It's not likely engineers and biologists will run out of inspiration from biology anytime soon. The source is infinite. CONTINUE READING
Mammals Cat Whiskers and Narwhal Tusks: Why Things Are March 24, 2014 In the animal world, unique features often have well-designed functions. CONTINUE READING
Botany Weekend Entertainment: Evolutionary Just-So Stories April 21, 2013 When you see a science headline in the form "How the .... got its ...." prepare for a laugh. Now, even some evolutionists are laughing. CONTINUE READING
Amazing Facts Human and Animal Brains: Uniquenesses and Similarities April 12, 2013 Several recent science articles explore what we have in common with animals, and what is unique about the human brain. CONTINUE READING