Elizabeth Pennisi

Database confirms that overlooked segments of the genome code for a multitude of tiny proteins

Happywhale software shows animal crossed oceans, traveled more than 13,000 kilometers

Tiny transmitters reveal at least one bat species is surprisingly flexible in its migration timing and pathfinding

X-ray analysis of bony scale shows vertebrates developed ability to remodel and repair bone much earlier than thought

Insects use “crazy turning” to dry off after a cooling dip in water

New insights into how these “nanopillars” work could inspire better ways to protect humans from infection

“Brochosomes” could inspire new camouflaging materials

The loss of genetic variation means species may be less resilient to climate change and other stressors

A global study of urban rat populations explores why some urban environments are more infested than others

Geographers estimate animal geoengineers have an impact equivalent to 200 monsoon seasons