Why did menopause evolve? New study of whales gives some clues
Evolution has selected longer female lifespan so mothers and grandmothers can continue to provide support to family well after reproduction.
Sat Mar 23 2024
Forget AI, organoid intelligence could take computing to the next level
Researchers want to harness advances in the reproduction of human brain cells in vitro to offer superior intelligence.
Sun Mar 19 2023
Sperm count is declining at accelerating rate worldwide: Study
Exposure to pollution, plastics, smoking, drugs, prescribed medication, including poor diet lifestyle, suggested to be contributory factors.
Wed Nov 16 2022
Brazilian viper venom may become tool in fight against coronavirus, study shows
A molecule in the venom of a type of snake inhibited coronavirus reproduction in monkey cells, a possible first step toward a drug to combat the virus.
Wed Sep 01 2021
COVID-19 crisis could return quickly as infections surge, UK adviser warns
Daily reported cases are at their highest since January, while the reproduction "R" number remains above one, indicating a continued exponential growth of cases.
Sat Jul 17 2021
Dutch coronavirus reproduction rate jumps, mostly young adults infected
The figures come just days after the government reintroduced curbs on nightclubs, festivals and restaurants last week.
Tue Jul 13 2021
Ireland is using the video game 'Assassin's Creed' to attract a new kind of tourist
The video game saga is also known for the attention it pays to the faithful and detailed reproduction of historical places and landscapes.
Sun Jun 27 2021
Tropical songbirds stop breeding to survive drought
Species with longer lifespans were better able to cope with this environmental volatility than previously thought, researchers found.
Sat Aug 29 2020
'Test-&-trace' crucial but won't beat coronavirus alone - Study
The reproduction rate measures the number of people in a population, on average, infected by each person carrying the virus.
Wed Aug 19 2020
Youth parliament, the evolution of politics in Malaysia
After the armistice of the SEA games, Malaysian politics is back in full throttle.Our favourite reality drama this season promises more slander and empty promises as we approach the imminent general.
Fri Oct 20 2017
El Nino phenomenon affects coral reproduction in Terengganu waters - Expert
The El Nino phenomenon currently affecting the country is expected to have an impact on marine life and the reproduction coral reef in Terengganu waters, according to an expert.
Sun Jan 17 2016