There are plenty of unusual creatures in the world, from weird species of worms with multiple branching bodies, to spooky parasites which eat and replace fish tongues. Another fascinating creature is the bloodworm, which is famous for its unusual fang-like jaws. These unique … [Read more...] about The mystery of bloodworm “copper” fangs solved
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Drug used to treat alcoholism effectively treats vision disorders in mice
Researchers at the University of California, Berkley, have realized that a drug once commonly used to treat alcoholism might also be useful in improving the sight of individuals with vision disorders. The drug disulfiram (also known as Antabuse) was first tested on mice when … [Read more...] about Drug used to treat alcoholism effectively treats vision disorders in mice
Zebrafish brains reveal new information about our memories
It seems like we're writing about fish a whole lot lately! Last week, we featured an article about goldfish learning to drive. This week, zebrafish, a species studied for their relatively long lifespans, are helping us understand how memories are made! Let's talk … [Read more...] about Zebrafish brains reveal new information about our memories
‘Ghost particle’ spotted for the first time in Hadron Collider
The Large Hadron Collider (LHC), nicknamed the world’s greatest atom smasher, is the most powerful particle accelerator in the world. Consisting of a 27 kilometer long ring of superconducting magnets, it sits in a tunnel 100 meters underground at CERN, a research facility in … [Read more...] about ‘Ghost particle’ spotted for the first time in Hadron Collider
Researchers successfully use deep brain stimulation to treat depression
Deep brain stimulation, or DBS, is a technique used to manage Parkinson’s disease and certain types of seizures, but now, researchers have successfully used it to treat depression for the first time. Scientists from the University of California, San Francisco, published a study … [Read more...] about Researchers successfully use deep brain stimulation to treat depression