Researchers say that an ancient structure of the brain, known as the superior colliculus, might play a more important sensory role than first thought.
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Discover in this article Point Nemo, the most isolated place on Earth! Immerse yourself in the ultimate adventure to the frontier of the unknown, a fascinating journey into the heart of the unexplored ocean.
This tiny seed, added to the daily diet, provides countless health benefits.
The Martian rover Perseverance has been exploring the red planet for years, meticulously scrutinizing every part of the Martian soil it travels through and also collecting some samples to bring back to Earth. Now the data collected confirms the existence of an ancient lake.
Saying that “our neurons melt due to heat” is not literally true, but high temperatures do have a direct, negative effect on our brain. We tell you how heat alters our nervous system, and why it can be fatal.
Reflectors orbiting the Earth at just the right angle could boost the electricity output of future solar farms.
Researchers unveil a mechanism mediated by endogenous retroviruses in early embryo development, one that is integral to developmental progression.
A total of 85 early human footprints from 90,000 years ago have been recorded in North Africa, the first known for this area and most well-preserved.
A team of scientists from the University of Padova, in Italy, and the University of Lausanne, in Switzerland, have created a model capable of making sub-hourly precipitation predictions. Find out more here!
Learn more about this element of nature and its invaluable applications in the areas of health, construction, the environment and more. Below are the results revealed by a new study.
The peculiar penis snake has earned several names, such as "conda man" or "flexible snake." However, despite its appearance, it is not a real snake and has nothing to do with a man's genitals.
A sunfish weighing almost 3 tonnes was discovered in 2021 by a team of biologists off the coast of the Azores, a world record for this species but also for bony fish.