Discover how proteins, the building blocks of life, formed on Earth and their vital roles in muscle repair, immune response, and cellular communication. Unravel the mysteries of molecular biology!
Unveiling the extraordinary Spicomellus afer, the oldest known ankylosaur, with its striking body armour and spikes. This remarkable dinosaur challenges our understanding of evolution and faces threats from fossil poachers.
Paleontologists have unveiled a new dinosaur species, Istiorachis macarthurae, featuring a sail-like structure on its back. Discovered on the Isle of Wight, this remarkable find raises questions about its evolutionary purpose, potentially linked to mating displays.
A groundbreaking study on the coelacanth has uncovered shocking truths about its anatomy, revealing that many previously identified evolutionary muscle novelties were incorrect. This research reshapes our understanding of vertebrate evolution.
A newly discovered reptile from the Triassic era, Mirasaura grauvogeli, features a unique crest unlike anything seen before, challenging our understanding of prehistoric creatures and their evolutionary traits.
New research reveals that wild tomato plants on the Galápagos Islands are reverting to an ancestral genetic form, producing ancient alkaloids for chemical defense. This phenomenon challenges existing views on evolution.
Discover the fascinating world of the knotty sea spider, an intriguing creature that thrives without an abdomen. Recent genomic research reveals how these unique sea dwellers diverged from their land-based relatives, sparking curiosity in evolutionary biology.
A groundbreaking study reveals how ancient habitats influenced human migration patterns out of Africa, highlighting our ancestors' remarkable adaptability to diverse environments over 70,000 years ago.
A groundbreaking fossil named Youti yuanshi, dating back to the Cambrian period, reveals unprecedented details about early arthropods and reshapes our understanding of insect evolution.
A groundbreaking study reveals that dolphins and orcas have crossed a critical evolutionary threshold, making a return to land impossible. Their specialized adaptations for marine life pose significant risks amid climate change.
