Brain & Behavior
Wasps that recognize faces cooperate more, may be smarter
A new study of paper wasps suggests social interactions may make animals smarter.
Dec 7, 2023
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Earth & Environment
Underwater robot finds new circulation pattern in Antarctic ice shelf
More than merely cracks in the ice, crevasses play an important role in circulating seawater beneath Antarctic ice shelves, potentially influencing their…
Oct 29, 2023
Brain & Behavior
When needs compete, love trumps thirst
While many studies have investigated the neuroscience behind how an animal learns to achieve a goal, such as obtaining water when thirsty, none have understood how animals choose between several competing needs – until now.
Sep 28, 2023
Earth & Environment
Ponds release more greenhouse gas than they store
Though human-made ponds both sequester and release greenhouse gases, when added up, they may be net emitters, according to two related studies by Cornell University researchers.
Sep 20, 2023
Technology
‘Smart’ glasses skew power balance with non-wearers
Someone wearing augmented reality (AR) or “smart” glasses could be Googling your face, turning you into a cat or recording your conversation – and that creates a major power imbalance, said Cornell researchers.
Aug 29, 2023
Life
City-dwelling wildlife demonstrate “urban trait syndrome”
City life favors species that are adaptable and not too fussy about what they eat, among other characteristics.
Aug 10, 2023