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A single jawbone from Taiwan just changed what scientists knew about DenisovansA mysterious ancient jawbone found in Taiwan has been identified as a Denisovan man. This discovery rewrites our understanding of these ear...29 May, 2026, 04.41 PM IST- How your blood formed? Scientists say ancient 700-million-year-old single-celled ancestors may still live inside human bloodScientists discover ancient single-celled ancestors still live on in human blood, revealing a 700-million-year evolutionary link hidden ins...28 May, 2026, 06.59 PM IST
- Scientists trace human blood cells back to ancient single-celled ancestorsScientists have uncovered evidence that human blood and immune cells may have evolved from ancient single-celled organisms nearly 700 milli...28 May, 2026, 06.37 AM IST
- Forget blood tests, your cell's sugar coat may be the earliest cancer signal we have ever foundA new study shows that over 90% of cancer cases begin with subtle cellular changes before symptoms appear. Scientists now highlight hidden ...19 May, 2026, 06.41 PM IST
- Mosquitoes have finally invaded one of the world's last mosquito-free countriesFor the first time in history, Iceland has recorded wild mosquitoes, ending its long-standing status as a mosquito-free haven. A species kn...18 May, 2026, 07.26 PM IST
- In 1871, a farmer left five cows on a remote island, 130 years later, scientists studied their DNA and found something that stunned themFive cows left on Amsterdam Island in 1871 became a feral herd of 2,000, a remarkable survival story. A 2024 genetic study revealed their m...12 May, 2026, 06.35 PM IST
- Newly discovered mysterious cell helps in birth, but dies soon after; suggests that cannabis signals may influence how the placenta first connects to the wombScientists at UCSF have discovered a new human cell, DSC4, found only in the initial weeks of pregnancy. This cell might control how the pl...12 May, 2026, 12.26 PM IST
- A Stanford study just rewrote the Bengal cat's origin storyNew research reveals Bengal cats' striking looks originate from common house cats. For years, people believed their wild ancestry was respo...09 May, 2026, 10.39 AM IST
- New tree genus discovered in South America turns out to be a distant relative of tomatoes and potatoesAfter over two decades of study, scientists have officially named Daturodendron absconditum, a new genus of tree discovered in the Colombia...07 May, 2026, 03.43 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Angelina Jolie: 'Make bold choices and make mistakes. It's all those things that add up to...' - motivational lessons on taking risks and why growth comes from experimenting and embracing mistakes by Maleficent and Mr. & Mrs. Smith actressQuote of the day by Angelina Jolie: She emphasizes that life's trajectory is shaped by everyday choices, not just grand plans. Her philosop...07 May, 2026, 12.42 AM IST
- This Shark Was Already Swimming in the Oceans Before the United States Was Founded, Scientists Say Some Greenland Sharks May Live Up to 500 YearsScientists have discovered Greenland sharks live for centuries. A 2016 study used radiocarbon dating of eye lenses to determine their age. ...01 May, 2026, 06.16 PM IST
- From Dirt to Discovery: How Cave Sediments Are Revealing Ice Age Species Without BonesResearchers are now analyzing ancient DNA found in soil to identify extinct species, revolutionizing prehistoric ecosystem research. This i...09 Apr, 2026, 05.23 PM IST
- Scientists develop new AI model to discover genetic risk factors for motor neurone diseaseThe tool has been used by the team to trace 690 risk genes for motor neurone disease (MND), many of which are new discoveries.21 Jan, 2022, 06.38 PM IST
- Beware! Consuming bacteria-infected milk can trigger rheumatoid arthritisThe bacteria can be spread to humans through consumption of infected milk and beef, and produce fertilised by cow manure.31 Jan, 2018, 08.57 PM IST
- New tool to predict impact of climate changeScientists have combined genetic analyses with new modelling approaches to help identify how well balsam trees are adapted to handle climat...02 Oct, 2014, 06.45 PM IST
- Genetic map of how plant, fungus live 'created'For the first time, scientists claim to have made a genetic map of how a plant and a fungus live in a symbiotic relationship - and also fou...12 Jul, 2010, 11.56 AM IST
- After space, foundation looks to fire up gene researchThe foundation that inspired a private sector race to space has announced a new $10m prize - this time to inspire a race to sequence the hu...06 Oct, 2006, 12.36 AM IST
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