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Feb 01, 2019 02:10 PM EST

How the fruit fly got its stripes: Researchers explore precision of embryonic development

The first moments of life unfold with incredible precision. Now, using mathematical tools and the help of fruit flies, researchers at Princeton have uncovered new findings about the mechanisms behind this precision.

Aug 06, 2018 11:45 AM EDT

First North American co-occurrence of Hadrosaur and Therizinosaur tracks found in Alaska

Study published in Scientific Reports provides more evidence that Alaska was possibly the 'superhighway' for dinosaurs between Asia and western North America 65-70 million years ago

Jul 07, 2017 05:30 AM EDT

Meet ‘Razana’ - The Jurassic Period Crocodile That Could Challenge A T-Rex

A giant crocodile that lived during the age of the dinosaurs was as fearsome as the T-rex.

Jul 07, 2017 05:42 AM EDT

Sharks Could Hold Secret To Long Life, Scientists Say

Scientists want to learn more about shark DNA as it holds secrets to long life.

Jun 30, 2017 05:22 AM EDT

DNA Helps Solve The Mystery Of A Bizarre Ancient Creature That Had Puzzled Charles Darwin

A mysterious animal "Macrauchenia" has finally found its place in evolutionary context.

Jun 30, 2017 05:10 AM EDT

New Method That Detects Bulges In Volcanoes Can Be Used To Predict Eruptions

The seismic noise interferometry technique can be used to predict volcanic eruptions in the future.

Jun 26, 2017 11:50 PM EDT

Scientists Crack Mystery of Sun's Plasma Jets

With new space telescopes, physicists were able to develop a computer model that tells us how sun spicules are formed.

Jun 21, 2017 08:04 PM EDT

Some Greenhouse Gases are Produced in Your Own Backyard

Decomposing leaves in your backyard are contributing to climate change.

Jun 20, 2017 05:36 AM EDT

Cats Conquered The Ancient World, According To Science

Cats have been domesticated twice. But as humans loved them for their usefulness, they also seem to like being around humans as well.

Jun 14, 2017 06:35 AM EDT

Aztec Temple Unearthed In The Heart Of Mexico City

Unusual circular Aztec temple unearthed in the center of Mexico City.

Jun 14, 2017 06:23 AM EDT

5-Year-Old Girl Recovers From Black Widow Bite

Parents should be aware of the presence of black widow spiders and other venomous creatures during the summer season.

Jun 13, 2017 06:34 AM EDT

Deadly Fungal Disease Is Killing Rattlesnakes

Rattlesnakes are dying off due to a deadly fungal disease that has been affecting animals over the years.