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.
A stunning new Archaeopteryx fossil reveals specialized wing feathers crucial for flight, giving scientists fresh insights into how the first birds took to the skies 150 million years ago.
A groundbreaking study reveals over a million years of mammoth evolution, uncovering new genetic diversity and insights into their lineage. Researchers analyzed 34 mitogenomes, reshaping our understanding of these ancient giants.
A groundbreaking study reveals that bonobos can use vocal sounds to convey meaning in ways previously thought unique to humans. Discover how these primates may share a remarkable linguistic ability!
In a stunning experiment, researchers altered a key gene in chickens, revealing how feathers evolved from simple tubes to complex structures. Discover the implications of this groundbreaking study!
Cambridge researchers reveal a groundbreaking discovery in human evolution, showing that our ancestors underwent a genetic 'divorce and remarriage' that shaped every human today. This ancient mixing event transforms our understanding of humanity's origins.
