Males of newly described Australian burrowing scorpions have a big tail to tell

A study has found some surprising features in two new species of burrowing scorpions, including a very strangely shaped ‘tail tip’ and some ‘sexy’ anatomy features. Terrestrial biologists have taken a closer look at two new species of the mysterious Urodacus genus of burrowing scorpions endemic to Australia — only to find a big difference …

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Low-frequency ultrasound can improve oxygen saturation in blood

Scientists have revealed that low-frequency ultrasound influences blood parameters. The findings suggest that ultrasound’s effect on haemoglobin can improve oxygen’s transfer from the lungs to bodily tissues. The research was undertaken on 300 blood samples collected from 42 pulmonary patients. ​Scientists have revealed that low-frequency ultrasound influences blood parameters. The findings suggest that ultrasound’s effect …

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Endless biotechnological innovation requires a creative approach

Scientists working on biological design should focus on the idiosyncrasies of biological systems over optimization, according to new research. ​Scientists working on biological design should focus on the idiosyncrasies of biological systems over optimization, according to new research. Scientists working on biological design should focus on the idiosyncrasies of biological systems over optimization, according to new …

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Study uncovers mechanics of machete-like ‘tail-whipping’ in thresher sharks

Like Indiana Jones, thresher sharks have mastered the art of the whip using their tails. Now, new research provides intricate details showing that vertebrae anatomy might support the mechanics of extreme body bending in thresher sharks, enabling these expert hunters to weaponize their tails. Using micro-CT scanning similar to CAT scans in humans, and two-dimensional …

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Online versus reality: Social media influences perceptions

People may form inaccurate impressions about us from our social media posts, finds new research that is the first to examine perceptions of our personalities based on online posts. ​People may form inaccurate impressions about us from our social media posts, finds new research that is the first to examine perceptions of our personalities based …

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Study delivers detailed photos of galaxies’ inner structures

High-resolution images captured by the James Webb Space Telescope are offering powerful insights into the complex dust patterns of nearby star-forming galaxies. ​High-resolution images captured by the James Webb Space Telescope are offering powerful insights into the complex dust patterns of nearby star-forming galaxies. High-resolution images captured by the James Webb Space Telescope are offering powerful …

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Surprisingly simple model explains how brain cells organize and connect

A new study by physicists and neuroscientists describes how connectivity among neurons comes about through general principles of networking and self-organization, rather than the biological features of an individual organism. ​A new study by physicists and neuroscientists describes how connectivity among neurons comes about through general principles of networking and self-organization, rather than the biological …

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