evolution

Chimp calls and human language origins

The apes' calls seem to resemble sounds like laughter and crying rather than elements of a true language Michael Wilson,…

7 years ago

Evolution in fast-forward

Hard times can snuff out some species. But with sufficient genetic diversity, a population can evolve with remarkable speed -…

8 years ago

Rat bones and the mystery of ‘hobbit’ island

Researchers consider food choice, hunting range and other factors to find out what caused the disappearance of a diminutive human…

8 years ago

Do jellyfish dream of android squid?

Out of the closet: Intriguing research suggests that sleep has a long evolutionary history P. Rajendran Sometimes great ideas come…

8 years ago

Getting zapped for science

A researcher finds out what makes an electric eel leap out of the water and deliver repeated shocks to his…

8 years ago