Pigmentation : Science World Report

Dec 21, 2015 10:04 AM EST

Why Birds Don't Go Grey as They Get Old: How They Keep Vibrant Colors

Animal fur goes grey as they get older, just like human hair. But birds remain vibrant throughout their lives. Now, scientists have found how birds maintain their multi-colored plumage over time.

Sep 29, 2015 08:44 AM EDT

The Color of Extinct Animals: Fossilized Pigments Reveal What Creatures Looked Like

What color are extinct animals? That's a good question. Now, scientists have discovered a way to detect pigment in mammal fossils, which may show researchers what ancient animals once looked like.

Aug 28, 2015 03:15 PM EDT

What Color Were Dinosaurs? Fossil Pigments May Reveal Feather Colors

A few fossil feathers are showing their true colors. Scientists have found new evidence that pigments and the microbodies that produce them can remain evident even in something as old as a dinosaur fossil.

Jun 25, 2015 12:00 AM EDT

Vitiligo And Rheumatoid Arthritis: Drug For Inflamed Joints Helps Skin, Too

New findings published in JAMA Dermatology reveal that a medication typically used to treat rheumatoid arthritis may help restore skin pigmentation in patients with vitiligo.