The application of dust produced via "enhanced rock weathering" has been found to significantly increase soybean and maize yieldsDepositphotosA recent study by scientists from the University of Sheffield's Leverhulme Centre for Climate Change Mitigation indicates that using crushed rock on farmers' fields could reduce greenhouse gases and increase crop yields by up to 16%.The...
Credit: PixabayA recent study has linked uncommon mutations in certain genes to the occurrence of left-handedness in humans. Understanding the implications of these genetic variations on other aspects of left-handers' characteristics could provide insights into phenomena such as the genetic predisposition to neurodevelopmental disorders or the onset of neurodegenerative diseases.Researchers from the Max Planck...
Credit: DepositphotosRoald Dahl's concept may have validity: plants emit sounds when subjected to harm. However, these sounds differ from human screams. They manifest as popping or clicking noises in ultrasonic frequencies beyond the human auditory range, intensifying when the plant undergoes stress.According to a study published in 2023, this could represent one of the...
Credit: DepositphotosWhile most people are familiar with the traditional five senses (touch, sight, hearing, smell, and taste), not everyone is aware of our additional sense known as interoception.Interoception pertains to our perception of the body's internal state. It enables us to sense and comprehend internal signals regulating crucial bodily functions such as hunger, thirst,...
Tails serve various purposes, yet unlike vervet monkeys seen in Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda, humans' nearest primate ancestors shed these appendages roughly 25 million years ago. ImageBROKER/ShutterstockHumans are special, but we're missing something common in many animals with spines: a tail. Why this is has been a bit of a mystery.Tails are helpful...
Cash cows: Transgenic cattle could boost insulin production and lower its cost. Credit: PixaobayA recent study reveals that a genetically modified cow has successfully produced milk containing human insulin. This breakthrough suggests a potential solution to ensure sufficient insulin production at a reduced cost for all diabetic patients.Type 1 diabetics,...
Credit: PixaobayIf you've had the opportunity to interact with Australia's renowned magpies, you're aware of their remarkable intelligence. With their distinctive black and white feathers, melodious calls, and intricate social interactions, magpies exhibit a level of avian cleverness that captivates both bird enthusiasts and researchers.However, what factors contribute to the success of these intelligent...
During the period of commercial whaling, this sea creature was nearly brought to extinction by hunting.Scientists have verified that a whale, extinct in the Atlantic Ocean for 200 years, has been sighted off the coast of New England. It's an exciting discovery, but it also highlights the impact of climate change on ocean creatures.Researchers...
How do Microplastic bits affect the heart? A small study from Italy looked into this by checking if these minuscule plastic particles, mostly too small to see (called nanoparticles), were in the artery plaque of the people they studied. The researchers studied 257 individuals who underwent surgery to clear clogged blood vessels. They examined...
Recording bees' response to a gentle tap can indicate the health of a colonyDepositphotosNew research has discovered that gently tapping the outside of a hive and recording the collective response of honeybees can provide insights into the health of the colony, eliminating the need for intrusive inspections.As of the latest count, it is estimated...
