2015, Gene-editing Awakens
CRISPR – the Breakthrough of the Year.
2015 was the year for gene-editing to shine, especially thanks to CRISPR-Cas9. Voted Breakthrough of the Year by...
Two Steps to Self-Control
How many times have you told yourself that you don't need that piece of cake? Still, you end up succumbing to that sweet pile of sugar. The goods news are: you can teach your brain some self-control.
Science Frauds III – Publishing Pressure or Lust for Fame?
Data falsification occurs rather frequently. What makes scientists lie about their results?
Science is a field where pressure is commonly the main driver for outcomes. Obokata’s...
Science Frauds I – Four Examples
Data falsification occurs rather frequently. What makes scientists lie about their results?
Almost every year, a new case of science fraud gets major attention in...
Ending A Relationship: Slow Fade Or Sudden Death?
Of two network breakdown models, researchers find 'link deletion' to be most common.
We all lose touch with people during our lives, but while we...
Momnesia: Does Pregnancy Really Change The Brain?
Pregnancy does cause brain alterations, but scientists still disagree about other factors.
Momnesia is a slang term for a mother’s seeming inability to remember something...
Our Silent Supporters: How Trees Serve Us
How high tree species richness benefits human society.
Most ecosystems, like tropical rainforests or oceans, provide suitable environments for many different plant- and animal species....
Why Women Make Noise During Sex
Male ejaculation is influenced by female sex noises
If you are convinced you always make the ladies scream out of pleasure in bed, you may...