Animals

Alzheimer's disease may cause early destruction of 'grid cells' for navigation.
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Clues to finding precious metal could include the composition of insect nests.
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Fish contribute to stream sediment movements.
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Researchers have discovered a simple way of grounding mosquitoes: fog.
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Every penguin tries to maximize its own heat, but all members of the group benefit.
Katharine Gammon, Contributor
Desolate remains of zinc and lead mines can be partially reclaimed with animal waste.
Joel Shurkin, Contributor
Crowdsourcing insects rely on their collective brain power.
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Harnessing the strength of natural glue from shelled filter-feeders.
Katharine Gammon, Contributor
Scientists find the moment when a rat changes its mind.
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