Evolution

Study reveals ancient chromosomal inversion in stick insects provides resilience, fueling ongoing evolution and long-term survival.

New 3D reconstruction shows Lucy, a 3.2M year-old hominin, could stand fully erect like modern humans.

Scientists discover ancient whole genome duplication in sturgeons & paddlefish, revealing genetic advantages during mass extinctions.

Scientists discover ancient protosteroids in billion-year-old rocks, revealing a lost world of early ancestors and shedding light on the evolution …

Billion-year-old protosteroid discovery reshapes understanding of early life; offers unprecedented glimpse into our prehistoric forebears.

Explore the evolutionary significance of hair texture in early humans. Discover how curly hair helped regulate body temperature and conserve …

Discover the fascinating phenomenon of emotional contagion in zebrafish and humans, facilitated by the crucial molecule oxytocin, with implications for …

Chinmo, a gene previously unseen in imaginal cells, inhibits wing development (left), contrary to standard wing precursor tissue (middle). However,…

About 100 million years ago, moths had a great discovery. Instead of hiding in the darkness at night, they started…

Recently a study revealed why mammals are so successful: starting out small and uncomplicated! Mammals’ ancestors, from 300 million years…