A giant barn owl, a rodent known as a hutia, and a burrowing bee ventured into a cave. Only two…
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TWiV 1287: Ancient Herpesviruses and Modern Dementia
On January 11, 2026, the esteemed podcast "This Week in Virology" (TWiV) released its 1287th episode, delving into two compelling…
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Seabird Guano: The Ancient Peruvian Fertilizer That Fueled a Kingdom’s Rise and Shaped Inca Relations
New archaeological research has unveiled a remarkable secret behind the flourishing ancient Peruvian Chincha Kingdom: the profound influence of seabird…
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Unlocking Deep Time: Ancient Regulatory DNA Rewrites Plant Evolution
Scientists have long been captivated by the vastness of deep space, a realm of cosmic wonders and astronomical mysteries. Yet,…
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TWiV 1287: Ancient Herpesviruses and Modern Dementia
This Week in Virology (TWiV) podcast episode 1287, released on January 11, 2026, delved into two significant advancements in virology:…
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Ancient Reptiles Used Rib Cages and Cartilage for Breathing, Preserved Specimens Reveal
Remarkable fossil discoveries are shedding new light on the respiratory mechanics of ancient reptiles, with recent analyses of exceptionally preserved…
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Ctenophore Sensory Organ Reveals Ancient Origins of Complex Neural Systems
Detailed three dimensional reconstructions of a key sensory structure in ctenophores reveal far greater structural and functional complexity than scientists…
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The Power of the Flock: Seabird Guano Fueled Ancient Peruvian Prosperity and Inca Alliances
New archaeological research suggests that seabird guano, nutrient-rich bird droppings, played a major role in transforming agriculture in ancient Peru…
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Unveiling the Ancient Architects of Plant Life: Breakthroughs in Deep Time Genetics Reveal Enduring Regulatory DNA
The familiar vastness of deep space has long captivated human imagination, but a parallel realm of scientific inquiry, "deep time,"…
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The Ancient Cave’s Secret: How Fossilized Skeletons Became Tiny Bee Hotels
Thousands of years ago, a dramatic tableau unfolded within the dark recesses of a cave on the Caribbean island of…
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