Early prevention and molecular genetics: an essential guide
Discover how molecular genetics allows for the prevention and early detection of diseases, the key tests, and their ethical and clinical challenges.
All About Snail Biology: Secrets of Gastropods
Discover everything about the life of snails: from their complex reproduction and anatomy to their curious habits. Come in and be amazed!
Effects of tickling: why we laugh and what happens in the body
Discover what tickling is, why it causes laughter, what happens in the brain, and how emotions and play influence this curious sensation.
Muscle function: a complete guide to the muscular system
Discover how the muscles and musculoskeletal system work, types of muscles, joints, and how to care for them to keep them healthy.
The CRISPR Technology Revolution: A Complete Guide to Genetic Editing
Discover how CRISPR is revolutionizing medicine and agriculture. A detailed guide to gene editing, Cas9, and the future of biotechnology.
How the brain works under general anesthesia
Discover how general anesthesia shuts down your brain: processes, brain rhythms, molecular targets, and the role of the anesthesiologist.
The Biological Leaps of Human Aging
Discover why we don't age the same way every year and what the critical moments are when the body undergoes drastic changes. Take control of your longevity!
Evolution: An animated adventure about nature and technology
Discover the ecological values and fun storyline of Evolution. A gem of Spanish animation to enjoy with the whole family!
The largest genetic database of indigenous people in the Americas and what it reveals about their history and health
Discover the largest genetic database of indigenous people in the Americas and how it changes what we know about migration, evolution, and medicine.
Shyness of the trees: the botanical phenomenon that draws the sky
Discover the shyness of trees, its scientific causes, the species where it appears, and the ecological advantages of this fascinating phenomenon.
The oldest tree in the world and other ancient giants
Discover the oldest tree in the world, the Chilean Great Grandfather, and other legendary ancient trees such as Methuselah or the Olive of Vouves.
The URV identifies a bacterium that boosts agricultural yield
New bacteria from the URV improves crops by up to 30% and reduces chemical fertilizers thanks to the oxidation of sulfur in the soil.
Medical research: what it is, types, examples and impact on health
Discover what medical research is, its types, examples, and how it impacts your health with rigorous clinical studies and scientific ethics.
Genetic counseling: what it is, what it's for, and when to ask for it
What is genetic counseling, what is it for, in what cases is it recommended, and how does it help patients and families with hereditary diseases?
A gut bacterium could help maintain muscle strength
Researchers in Spain link the gut bacteria Roseburia with increased muscle strength and improved physical fitness, key factors in combating aging.
Fish scales to regenerate the cornea: the innovative bio-tissue developed in Granada
How a fish scale biotissue developed in Granada could revolutionize corneal regeneration and reduce dependence on transplants.
Homosexual behavior in animals: science, examples, and evolution
Discover how and why homosexual behavior occurs in animals, with real examples and the most widely accepted evolutionary explanation.
Nipah virus in India: what risk does it pose to Europe?
Nipah virus cases in India: what is happening, what risk is there for Spain and Europe, and what prevention and surveillance measures are recommended.
The space-borne sulfur molecule that reopens the debate on the origin of life
Scientists detect the largest sulfur molecule ever seen in space in the Milky Way, reviving the hypothesis of a cosmic origin of life.
Healthier tomatoes thanks to a "natural vaccine" for plants
Researchers in Andalusia are investigating a "natural vaccine" using soil fungi to produce healthier tomatoes with more antioxidants and less need for chemical fertilizers.
Dengue mosquito at Santiago airport: what is known and what risks are involved
A dengue mosquito has been confirmed at Santiago airport: real risks, control measures, and what travelers and citizens should know.
Evolution of hominids: from bipedalism to Homo sapiens
Discover the evolution of hominids, their key species, and how Homo sapiens emerged from ancient African bipedal primates.
Why is mosquitoes increasing their thirst for human blood?
The loss of biodiversity is increasing mosquitoes' thirst for human blood and the risk of dengue or Zika. Here's how it affects you and what's being done.
Screwworm: what it is, life cycle, risks and control
Discover what the screwworm is, its life cycle, risks to humans and livestock, and the best strategies to prevent and control it.
59 primate species exhibit homosexual behavior, according to a large international study
A large-scale study of primates reveals homosexual behavior in 59 species and links it to hostile environments and complex societies. Learn the key findings.
Hantavirus: first death in Mar del Plata and reinforcement of the health alert
The first death from hantavirus has been confirmed in Mar del Plata. Learn about the case, the epidemiological situation, and key points for preventing infection.
Mosquito life cycle: from egg to adult
Discover the life cycle of the mosquito, its stages, and its role in the transmission of diseases and in the ecosystem.
Freshwater ecosystems: types, threats and biodiversity
Discover what freshwater ecosystems are, their types, key functions, current threats, and why their conservation is so urgent.
What is cancer: definition, types, causes, symptoms and treatments
Cancer: what it is, how it originates, types, symptoms, prevention and current treatments explained clearly and completely.
Mosquito-borne diseases: types, symptoms, prevention and treatment
Types of mosquito-borne diseases, their symptoms, prevention and treatment explained clearly and practically.
Biomarkers needed in health: a complete and up-to-date guide
Discover which biomarkers are key to your health, how they are validated, and how they guide personalized medicine and healthy aging.
THC metabolism in the body: detection, THC-COOH, effects and risks
How the body metabolizes THC, what THC-COOH is, and how much is detected in blood, urine, saliva, and hair.
Genetic factors in the effects of cannabis: what science reveals
Genes like CADM2 and GRM3 influence cannabis use. Discover the risks, epigenetics, and evidence-based prevention strategies.
What happens in the brain when we dream: the science behind the mystery
Discover what happens in the brain when we dream: phases, functions, emotions, memory, and the risks of poor sleep. The science of sleep, explained.
Nobel Prize in Medicine for Brunkow, Ramsdell, and Sakaguchi for peripheral immunological tolerance
Karolinska awards the discoverers of Treg and FOXP3, the basis of new therapies for autoimmunity, cancer, and transplants.
Science discovers brain fingerprinting: what it is and what it's for
What is brainprinting and what is it used for? Emotions, identity, and aging. Methods, applications, and limitations explained clearly.
Secrets of Life in Miniature: Curiosities of the Tiny World
Explore microscopic life: curiosities, vital functions, and invisible creatures with fascinating images and insights. Discover it now.
Without wasps we wouldn't have figs: how mutualism works between plants and animals
Discover how figs and wasps depend on each other and other key mutualisms. Pollination, coevolution, and interesting facts in one clear article.
Why bees are essential to ecosystems: importance and benefits
Why bees sustain ecosystems and our food supply. Benefits, threats, and actions to protect them. Discover it now.
Digestion in ruminants: peculiarities of animals that ruminate
How cows and sheep digest: rumen, rumination, microbes, and energy. A clear guide with key facts and interesting facts.
Why we yawn: causes and curiosities of yawning
Why do we yawn and is it contagious? Theories, interesting facts, and clinical signs, explained clearly and with a scientific basis.
Four previously unpublished microalgae reveal hidden life in El Hierro's volcanic tubes.
The ULPGC finds four endemic microalgae in volcanic tubes on El Hierro; a unique study that calls for protection and provides paleoclimatic clues.
The genetic mechanism of cholera: How Vibrio cholerae acts in the body
Discover the genetic mechanism of cholera: a disease. A comprehensive analysis of the genetic mechanism and molecular keys.
Microbiology: Key Concepts and Their Role in Life and Science
Discover the key concepts and real importance of microbiology in health, industry, and the environment.
Evolution in the animal kingdom: surprising adaptations and astonishing changes
Discover evolution and adaptations in the animal kingdom, providing key and fascinating facts you need to know for greater knowledge.
Animal Curiosities: Why Do Some Animals "Make" Yogurt?
Discover which bacteria ferment milk to create yogurt and how they benefit your gut health and immune system.
What is basorexia?
What is basorexia? It is a small disorder that some people suffer from because they want to kiss uncontrollably. We discuss why it happens.
How many liters of blood do humans have in their bodies?
Learn how many liters of blood human beings have in their bodies and how it can vary depending on the physiological conditions we go through.
Lamarckism and evolution
Lamarckism is an evolutionary theory based on an adaptation of the living being to its environment and the ability to transmit it to its offspring.