Researchers pinpointed the genetic machinery behind some of these tiny creatures’ amazing powers of regeneration. By Sam Jones In rivers and streams across the globe lives a tube-shaped carnivore. It ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. For a group of small aquatic animals known as hydra, decapitation is ...

(Santa Barbara, Calif.) Why are most organisms sexual? The question of why most species reproduce sexually and others reproduce asexually has stymied biologists for years (particularly since asexual ...

Named for its ropy-looking long branches, Aplysina cauliformis, a coral reef sponge, provides a critical 3D habitat for marine organisms and helps to stabilize the foundation of coral reefs. However, ...