Why red squirrel moms gamble on the trees
Red squirrels that gamble at the game of reproduction outperform their counterparts, even if it costs them in the short term, research finds.
Why red squirrel moms gamble on the trees
Red squirrels that gamble at the game of reproduction outperform their counterparts, even if it costs them in the short term, research finds.
Why older fly dads pass on more mutations to offspring
A new study of why older male flies are more likely to pass mutations onto their offspring may shine a light on inherited diseases.
How CO2 leads to changes in bumble bee reproduction
Carbon dioxide may calm bumble bees down, but a new study shows it can also trigger other physiological responses, including in reproduction.
Donkey IVF is a win for conservation
Researchers report the first viable embryo from donkey IVF. Donkey populations are more endangered than people realize.
Termite kings and queens are awesome parents, and then retire
Queen and king termites are fantastic parents to upstart colonies. But only until their offspring can take over.
Worms shed light on which genes are important for aging
A new method using roundworms can help determine which genes are relevant to the aging process, researchers say.
Having babies permanently changes bones
New research with primates provides evidence that “evidence of reproduction is ‘written in the bones’ for life.'”
How climate change will harm reproductive health
“…we need to think beyond the immediate goal of a healthy infant in our arms and address the long-term implications of climate change on reproductive health.”
New drug shows promise in treating uterine fibroids
A new drug could revolutionize treatment for uterine fibroids and endometriosis. “A good medical therapy is finally here for fibroids,” says Hugh Taylor.