Bloodthirsty tsetse flies nurse their young, one live birth at a time – understanding this unusual strategy could help fight the disease they spread
This insect's unique reproductive biology could lead to new ways to control the species in the environment – and prevent the deadly sleeping sickness it spreads to people.
Geoff Attardo, Assistant Professor of Entomology and Nematology, University of California, Davis •
conversation
July 29, 2020 • ~7 min
July 29, 2020 • ~7 min
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Scientists are working to protect invaluable living collections during coronavirus lockdowns
From fungi and flies to spiders and fish, living collections need care and feeding even when their human keepers are dealing with a pandemic and its resultant social distancing.
Rita Rio, Professor of Biology, West Virginia University •
conversation
April 23, 2020 • ~9 min
April 23, 2020 • ~9 min
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