There are a handful of rodent species in which the Y chromosome has disappeared, taking with it the Sry gene, which is essential to differentiate male and female animals. The mechanism by which testes development occurs in these species is not fully understood, and is subject to much research.

Researchers from the Alfred Wegener Institute, Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research have shown proof that the effects of global warming have reached the remote, high-elevation areas of central Greenland.

New insights into how fluids transform from order to disorder.

Organ transplants offer a life-changing opportunity for patients, but the risk of organ rejection is a constant concern that can occur at any point in time — even decades after the surgery. Early detection of signs of rejection is critical for timely intervention to preserve the organ's function. A new device offers just that.

Laboratories across the globe are making use of smart technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI)—in line with the ‘Industry 4.0’ concept—due to its numerous advantages as well as to keep up with today’s changing and demanding market requirements. One of the most crucial aspects of the AI technology for laboratories is its ability to analyze large sets of data and also recommend the best possible solutions for developing innovative and at times revolutionary products.

New research shows that the flavoring of various soft cheeses is due in part to the bacteria that colonize them during the ripening process. The research is published in Microbiology Spectrum, a journal of the American Society for Microbiology.

Researchers at University of Michigan developed a method to produce artificially grown miniature brains — called human brain organoids — free of animal cells that could greatly improve the way neurodegenerative conditions are studied and, eventually, treated.

High blood pressure is considered to be the most important risk factor for death in women across the world. An expert at the European Society of Cardiology suggests that women should regularly monitor their blood pressure at home.

Researchers at the University of Minnesota are making use of ultrasound waves to move objects without using your hands. The unique method uses the principles of metamaterial physics to move larger objects and can be used across diverse sectors such as manufacturing and robotics.

Regularly eating a high fat/calorie diet could reduce the brain’s ability to regulate calorie intake. New research in rats published in The Journal of Physiology found that after short periods of being fed a high fat/high calorie diet, the brain adapts to react to what is being ingested and reduces the amount of food eaten to balance calorie intake.