Evolution

How Humans Lost Their Scents

How Humans Lost Their Scents

01.03.2003

In at least one type of endeavor, humans can’t even begin to compete with their best friends. Dogs can be trained...

Humanity and Humanism: The Bioethical Perspective of Evolution

Humanity and Humanism: The Bioethical Perspective of Evolution

10.11.2002

Hubert Markl, Professor of Biology, University of Konstanz, Germany

Former President of the Max Planck Society,...

Emulsion for rapid gene analysis

Natural Selection in the Lab

01.10.2002

Biochemistry, Molecular and Cell Biology, Evolution and Development

Why does nature choose some proteins over others?

New Concept Explains Why Mammals Can't Repair Central Nervous System Damage

New Concept Explains Why Mammals Can't Repair Central Nervous System Damage

16.09.1996

Brain & Behavior

REHOVOT, Israel -- September 17, 1996 -- Why is it that humans and other mammals are left permanently paralyzed...

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The Limits of Computing

Computers can solve complex problems but they are far from omnipotent. Prof. Ran Raz of the Weizmann Institute's Computer Science and Applied Mathematics Department is trying to portray the limits...

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Let it Rain

Added particles in the atmosphere could be affecting rainfall patterns