Science Quickly

Discover a groundbreaking mouth guard that measures lactate levels in athletes' saliva. This innovative device helps track muscle fatigue during training sessions. Developed by researchers, it offers a non-invasive way to monitor performance in real-time. Perfect for those looking to enhance their athletic training!

Wine grapes face threats from limited genetic diversity, leading to potential disease outbreaks. One solution is to crossbreed varieties with disease-resistant ones.

Karen Hopkin, a seasoned science reporter, delves into the dazzling world of iridescence. She reveals how shimmering colors help animals blend into their surroundings, becoming harder for predators to spot. The conversation touches on evolutionary strategies, highlighting research on bumblebees that showcases the challenges of shape recognition against iridescent surfaces. This vibrant phenomenon not only plays a role in camouflage but also in sexual signaling—an intricate dance of nature that showcases the art of invisibility.

Anthropologists analyzed 200 surgeries, finding mixed-gender teams cooperate best. Insights from the study can help reduce conflicts in the operating room.

Learn about the significance of sharks as keystone species in regulating populations and the need to protect them for the future of the ocean.

A study on invertebrates in urban areas shows that most species get smaller, attributing it to the urban heat island effect. However, certain groups like butterflies and grasshoppers grow larger for mobility in cities.

A study shows that most people have around 25 regular places they go to, and when they add new favorites, they stop going to old ones. This research highlights how social activity affects our exploration habits.

Learn how humans can size each other up accurately by the sound of a roar, similar to non-human mammals. Discover how men can judge strength through roaring, highlighting the ability of roars to convey information about body size and strength.

Piano lessons can improve kindergartners' ability to distinguish similar-sounding words and enhance their brain responses to different pitches.

Most people think only male birds sing, but that's a myth! An astonishing 660 species of female birds also vocalize. Discover the silent symphony of these songbirds and the groundbreaking Female Bird Song Project, which invites scientists and the public to help document this often-overlooked behavior. Tune in to learn about the unheard voices of nature and the importance of including female song in the avian chorus!