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New research reveals that environmental policies continue influencing behavior long after being repealed, sometimes with unexpected consequences.
Recent research reveals ferns independently evolved nectar-producing structures to recruit ant bodyguards, mirroring flowering plants’ defense strategy.
Scientists have created revolutionary crystals that efficiently harvest water from air without using energy, mimicking desert creatures’ survival tactics.
Leaders who alternate between good and bad behavior cause more workplace damage than consistently abusive bosses, new research says.
Maize (corn) is one of the world’s most important crops. Now, scientists have engineered maize that grows faster and better…
Scientists have discovered physical evidence of hallucinogenic mixtures in an ancient Egyptian Bes mug, validating centuries of speculation about ritual…
Scientists have finally bridged the gap between two competing models of atomic nuclei, creating the first coherent picture using both…
Scientists map the 12,000-year journey of one of humanity’s oldest domesticated plants.
Scientists have identified the crucial phase when tomatoes are most vulnerable to extreme heat, unlocking potential pathways for developing heat-resistant…
Researchers have developed a groundbreaking mathematical framework to measure and compare the “depth” of various competitive interactions, from sports to…