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Looking into the brain when in pain

Location of the anterior cingulate cortex (ACC) and the orbitofrontal cortex (OFC), which is particularly active in chronic pain. © Prasad Shirvalkar ...

Rapid ruler change in the death era

Artist's rendering of an Inostrancevia that has killed a dicynodont. © Matt Celeskey Apex predators appear strong and powerful—but they're actually delicate: They've always carried...

Species extinction has been underestimated so far

According to the Red List, the Emerald Glass Frog (Espadarana prosoblepon) is not endangered, but its populations are also shrinking. © Roberto García-Roa ...

Discovered “Vocabulary Lists” by Maimonides

Rediscovered pages of word lists written by Maimonides in the 12th century. ©University of Cambridge The Jewish scholar Maimonides is one of the most famous...

Human DNA as sensitive by-catch

Environmental DNA can apparently even be obtained from a footprint in the sand, which can provide information relevant to data protection law about the...

CBD Dosage for Dogs: Common Myths and Misconceptions

CBD has become a popular dog supplement due to its potential therapeutic benefits. However, many pet owners still need clarification about the proper dosage...

Dino mouth with pelican effect

Artist's impression of Irritator challengeri, which apparently hunted small prey in a shallow lake around 115 million years ago with its lower jaw spread....

Earliest animals: Comb jellyfish were the first

Comb jellies (here the species Hormiphora californensis) are the sister group of all other multicellular animals. © Darrin Schultz / 2021 MBARI ...

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