Evolution
Neanderthals likely ate fermented meat with a side of maggots
Neanderthals likely ate fermented meat with a side of maggots Neanderthals likely ate a diverse diet that included fermented meat, plant foods, and insects like maggots, challenging the long-held assumption that they were primarily meat-eaters. The high nitrogen-15 (δ¹⁵N) values found in Neanderthal bones may be due to the consumption of maggots, which are rich […]
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How new words enter our language
How new words enter our language According to linguistics expert Christopher Green, most new words in American English are not entirely new creations, but rather repurposed pieces of existing terms or nuanced changes in meaning. New words often emerge and spread rapidly through digital platforms, such as social media, which accelerates language evolution and helps […]
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War, politics and religion shape wildlife evolution in cities
War, politics and religion shape wildlife evolution in cities Human cultural practices, including religion, politics, and war, can shape wildlife evolution in cities, leading to genetic drift, population differentiation, and changes in ecosystem dynamics. The construction of walls around religious buildings in Oviedo, Spain, led to the isolation of fire salamander populations on either side, […]
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Galápagos tomatoes are evolving in ‘reverse’
Galápagos tomatoes are evolving in ‘reverse’ Scientists have discovered that Galápagos tomatoes are evolving in “reverse” by reverting to a more primitive genetic state, producing ancient chemical defenses similar to those found in eggplant. The study, published in Nature Communications, suggests that this reversal may be a case of reverse evolution, where organisms re-acquire features […]
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Bonobos are more optimistic after hearing laughter
Bonobos are more optimistic after hearing laughter Bonobos exhibit increased optimism after hearing laughter, similar to humans, according to a new study published in Scientific Reports. The study found that bonobos’ decision-making was influenced by the sound of laughter, making them more likely to approach ambiguous stimuli and expect positive outcomes. Laughter has been shown […]
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1 in 4 Americans reject evolution, a century after the Scopes monkey trial spotlighted the clash between science and religion
1 in 4 Americans reject evolution, a century after the Scopes monkey trial spotlighted the clash between science and religion One in four Americans reject evolution, a century after the Scopes monkey trial highlighted the clash between science and religion in 1925. The Scopes trial was sparked by the World’s Christian Fundamentals Association’s campaign to […]
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‘Monkey Biz-ness’: Pop culture helped fan the flames of the Scopes ‘monkey trial’ 100 years ago − and ever since
‘Monkey Biz-ness’: Pop culture helped fan the flames of the Scopes ‘monkey trial’ 100 years ago − and ever since The Scopes trial, held in Dayton, Tennessee in 1925, was a highly publicized “monkey trial” that pitted creationism against evolution, with Clarence Darrow representing the pro-evolution side and William Jennings Bryan leading the prosecution. The […]
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Yuval Noah Harari on AI and human evolution
Yuval Noah Harari on AI and human evolution If you provide the actual text, I’d be happy to help you generate a TLDR with about 5 bullet points in the format of BulletPointN . Yuval Noah Harari on AI and human evolution. Source: Youtube link Q. What is your perspective on the impact of Artificial […]
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Bed bugs may be the first human pest
Bed bugs may be the first human pest Bed bugs are likely the first human pest, according to new research that compared the whole genome sequence of two genetically distinct lineages of bed bugs. The human-associated lineage of bed bugs followed a similar demographic pattern as humans and may be the first true urban pest, […]
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How horses run through a ‘genetic stop sign’
How horses run through a ‘genetic stop sign’ Horses have evolved a genetic mutation that allows them to bypass a “genetic stop sign” in their NRF2/KEAP1 pathway, enabling them to produce high levels of energy and protect themselves from damage during exercise. This adaptation, which involves a molecular mechanism that recodes the stop codon, is […]
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