Why we’re searching for the evolutionary origins of masturbation – and the results so far

Masturbation seems like an evolutionary conundrum. New research has found an explanation.

Matilda Brindle, Associate Researcher, Department of Anthropology, UCL • conversation
June 7, 2023 • ~8 min

'Clubbing a bunny to death is very effective but it sure does look bad': the inside stories of urban animal control

Here’s what determines if a problematic wild animal is saveable or cullable.

Erica von Essen, Associate Professor of Environmental Communication, Stockholm University • conversation
June 2, 2023 • ~7 min

Speaking up for the annoying fruit fly

Some of the most important discoveries made in health and genetic science are thanks to the humble fruit fly.

Andreas Prokop, Professor of Cellular and Developmental Neurobiology, University of Manchester • conversation
June 2, 2023 • ~8 min

Scientists: South African Fossils Tell of the Struggle to Survive
VOA Learning English • voa
May 29, 2023 • ~5 min

River erosion can shape fish evolution, study suggests

The new findings could explain biodiversity hotspots in tectonically quiet regions.

Jennifer Chu | MIT News Office • mit
May 25, 2023 • ~8 min

Greedy gulls decide what to eat by watching people -- new research

Research has found that urban gulls work out what’s good to eat by watching humans.

Paul Graham, Professor of Neuroethology, University of Sussex • conversation
May 25, 2023 • ~6 min

Why are killer whales attacking boats? Expert Q&A

Orcas appear to be imitating the behaviour of one in particular by damaging sailboat rudders.

Luke Rendell, Reader in Biology, University of St Andrews • conversation
May 23, 2023 • ~9 min

Expert Q&A: why are killer whales attacking boats?

Orcas appear to be imitating the behaviour of one in particular by damaging sailboat rudders.

Luke Rendell, Reader in Biology, University of St Andrews • conversation
May 23, 2023 • ~9 min

3 Questions: A new model of nervous system form, function, and evolution

Developing a new neuroscience model is no small feat. New faculty member Brady Weissbourd has risen to the challenge in order to study nervous system evolution, development, regeneration, and function.

Lillian Eden | Department of Biology • mit
May 22, 2023 • ~9 min

Vaccines using mRNA can protect farm animals against diseases traditional ones may not – and there are safeguards to ensure they won't end up in your food

While mRNA vaccines are designed to last longer in the body than mRNA molecules typically would, they are also tested to ensure they are eliminated from livestock long before milking or slaughter.

David Verhoeven, Assistant Professor of Vet Microbiology and Preventive Medicine, Iowa State University • conversation
May 17, 2023 • ~10 min

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