Short Wave Good Vibrations: How Fiddler Crabs Mate
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Apr 18, 2025 Male fiddler crabs use intricate courtship dances to attract mates, creating not just visual displays but also producing vibrations. New research reveals that these seismic signals play a crucial role in the mating process. The conversation shifts to lab-grown chicken nuggets, showcasing innovative techniques for sustainable meat production. Additionally, there's fascinating insight into psychedelic therapies, including a new molecule offering potential benefits without the psychedelic effects. It's a blend of nature's quirks and cutting-edge science!
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Fiddler Crab Courtship Vibrations
- Male European fiddler crabs use a courtship dance that includes claw waving and vibrational drumming in the sand.
- They escalate these seismic vibrations in four stages to attract females, signaling "come and find me in my underground house. "
Lab-Grown Chicken Nuggets
- Scientists can grow whole cuts of chicken meat in lab using myoblast cells fused into muscle tissue.
- This method produces thicker meat tissue, closer to real chicken breasts, than earlier artificial assemblies.
Non-Psychedelic LSD Molecule
- Researchers modified LSD by swapping two atoms to remove psychedelic effects while retaining therapeutic potential.
- This non-trip molecule, named JRT, was effective in mice but needs further testing for humans.