structure

Chromosomes have a spiral structure

The spiral structure of condensed chromosomes. ©IPK During cell division, our genetic material is concentrated in the chromosomes and packed tightly with the help of...

Insights into the social structure of Neanderthals

Neanderthal father with his daughter. © Tom Bjorklund How did the Neanderthals live together? How big were their groups and what role did family relationships...

On the trail of communicative structure

Apparently, the vocalizations of chimpanzees are structured in a surprisingly complex way. © Liran Samuni, Taï Chimpanzee Project According to a study, the sound...

Rings explain structure of the solar system

Protoplanetary disk around the young star HL Tauri. (Image: © ALMA (ESO/NAOJ/NRAO)) How did the solar system get its typical structure? And why...

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