Science

Board games have long been a popular form of entertainment for people of all ages and backgrounds. However, recent studies have shown that individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may have a particularly strong affinity for board games. According to research conducted by the University of Plymouth and Edge Hill University in the UK, individuals
Recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have shown a concerning trend in the rise of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in older adults. Contrary to popular belief, it is not just the younger generation that is at risk for these infections. The number of people over the age of 65 diagnosed with
It’s been almost 100 years since scientists first discovered single-celled organisms capable of releasing methane gas into the environment. These tiny relatives of bacteria are found in extreme environments such as deep sea hydrothermal vents, ice-covered areas, deserts, landfills, and wastewater. All the known methane-producing microorganisms belonged to the Euryarchaeota superphylum within the Archaea kingdom.
Recent research led by Queen Mary University of London evolutionary biologist Alex de Mendoza Soler has uncovered the remnants of genomes left by ancient, giant viruses within the DNA of a single-celled organism. This organism, closely related to animals, sheds light on the potential role viruses may have played in the evolution of complex organisms.
In recent years, researchers have made a startling discovery – viruses that once invaded our ancestors are still lingering in our DNA, potentially playing a role in cancer. These viral fragments, known as endogenous retroviruses (ERVs), were previously dismissed as ‘junk’ DNA, but we are now realizing their significance. University of Colorado bioinformatician Atma Ivancevic