The Latest Breaking News on Biology

Scientist who edited babies’ genes says he acted ‘too quickly’

Exclusive: He Jiankui stops short of apologising for procedure that shocked the world of science in 2018

The Guardian - UK · Feb 4, 2023

Criminology stirs biology's racist past

Using biology to understand criminal behavior has long been controversial. Top criminology programs are pursuing it

Salon · Jan 31, 2023

Mammals that live in groups have longer lifespans, research finds

Researchers identify 31 genes associated with social organisation and longevity

The Guardian - AU · Jan 31, 2023

Appendix is hardest organ to find, but 45% also can't find their own rectum

Almost half of people also have trouble finding their own reproductive organs

Wales Online · Jan 19, 2023

Drinking milk made ancient humans heavier and taller, study finds

A researcher at Queen’s University in Belfast provided data for the research.

The Independent UK · Jan 17, 2023

Queen's University helps find how drinking milk led to taller and heavier ancient humans

Study also highlights that process of evolution led to the pattern of lactose intolerance seen today

Belfast Live · Jan 17, 2023

On a tiny Australian island, snakes feasting on seabirds evolved huge jaws in a surprisingly short time

When we think of evolution, we tend to picture slow changes occurring over very long periods of time, typically millions of years. However, evolution can actually happen much faster, over only a few generations: think COVID-19 strains, for example. And this fast evolution isn’t just restricted to viruses and microbes.

The Conversation · Jan 16, 2023

Best gut healthy snacks for a happy tummy and better mood

Happy gut, happy life

Evening Standard · Jan 13, 2023

Native eastern fence lizards changed their bodies and behavior in response to invasive red imported fire ants

An eastern fence lizard basking in the sun feels a small red ant walk over its back. Not hungry, it ignores the insect. Soon there are lots of ants crawling up its legs, biting the scales that usually protect it and inserting their stingers in its soft underlying flesh.

The Conversation · Jan 13, 2023

Five signs your gut may not be working properly, and what you need to do

Changes in your skin could mean a problem with your gut, and wider health worries

Wales Online · Jan 11, 2023