Driving under age: assessing the behavior of older adults behind the wheel
With the increasing average age of many populations, the growing number of older drivers can be cause for safety concern. Dr. Qian (Chayn) Sun and… Read more »
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Mind control from beyond the host: Tapeworm increases risky behaviour even in uninfected group members
Sticklebacks infected with tapeworms are known to show risky behaviour and swim to the water surface. Not shown before, is that uninfected… Read more »
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The genetics of merle coat patterns in dogs
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New study in mouse model demonstrates method for reversing wrinkles and hair loss
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The curious case of the naked mole-rat: defying conventions of aging and reproduction
Amongst the many characteristics of the fascinating naked mole-rat is an exceptionally long lifespan in relation to body size,… Read more »
Highlights of the BMC series: July 2018
Genomic make-up of the Czechoslovakian Wolfdog • Cognitive behavioral therapy for people with schizophrenia • Cyberbullying in… Read more »
Alternative strategies to reduce the use of antibiotics in animal production, using innate host defense mechanisms
Reducing the use of antibiotics in livestock is vital for the control of infectious diseases in humans and animals. Dr Albert van… Read more »