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Tuesday, December 29, 2009

Scientists Isolate New Antifreeze Molecule in Alaska Beetle

Scientists have identified a novel antifreeze molecule in a freeze-tolerant Alaska beetle able to survive temperatures below minus 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Unlike ...  > full story

Some Birds Listen, Instead of Look, for Mates

Looks can be deceiving, but certain bird species have figured out that a voice can tell them most of what they need to know to find the right mate. Researchers ...  > full story

New RNA Interference Technique Can Silence Up to Five Genes

Researchers report that they have successfully used RNA interference to turn off multiple genes in the livers of mice, an advance that could lead to new treatments ...  > full story

How the Daisy Got Its Spot: Insect Mimicry

Dark spots on flower petals are common across many angiosperm plant families and occur on flowers such as some lilies, orchids, and daisies. Much research has been done on the ...  > full story
 

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