New studies show animals lose fear of predators when in contact with humans
New research has revealed animals lose their fear of predators when they come into contact with humans through domestication, captivity...
Articles by Jake Foster
Neanderthals faced climate change too – How did they cope?
Shortly before their extinction, our ancestral cousins, the Neanderthals, faced a climate crisis of their own. We now know how...
Bacteria can survive in space for years at a time, study shows
A new experiment has shown that bacteria are capable of surviving the harsh conditions of space for long periods. This...
Move over Peter Parker – here comes the slingshot spider
In the Amazon rainforests of Peru, lurking amongst the tropical flora, you’ll find the slingshot spider. When unsuspecting insects venture...
Deep-sea mining is the new environmental ticking time bomb
The impact of new deep-sea mining plans on ocean ecosystems is much more severe than most people think. A new...
Space germs could spell disaster for future space missions
Space germs are out there, and the sad truth is that our immune systems aren’t prepared for them. In these...
Genetically-modified bull will produce 75% male offspring
Scientists have used CRISPR technology to insert a sex-determining gene into a bull calf, ensuring he produces mostly male offspring....
Traumatic stress can leave a mark on our eyes, study shows
A new study has revealed that a patient’s pupils can show if they have suffered a traumatic experience in the...
Closest-ever pictures of the Sun taken by NASA and ESA
The closest images ever taken of the Sun have been released to the public for the first time by NASA...
Chimp off the old block: For chimpanzees, grey hair is not a sign of ageing
A new study shows that, unlike humans, grey hair in chimpanzees is not an indication of their age. Researchers from...
