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 Like a spider web, the evolution of spider silk proteins looks pretty complex. New research sheds some light on the evolution of these stretchy, sticky and tough proteins. Everyone knows Spider-Man’s main (and only?) talent is shooting sticky liquid from his “web-shooters”. Often his webs take the form of a rope that is perfect [...]  An end to the blogging hiatus at last! I hope to entertain you with the fascinating story on how female wasps got rid of their men and sex in return for bacterial endosymbionts.. Despite the obvious benefits of pleasure and procreation, sex has other advantages. The genetic material of both parents gets mixed in [...]  I’m happy and proud to tell you that Lab Rat was kind enough to write today’s blogpost. She brings you a fascinating story about little magnetic particles found in some bacteria, that may help them find their way like compasses do. Normally she writes great posts on bacteria on her own blog, which recently moved [...] Contrary to popular belief, music and science are a match made in heaven. Advertisers know that cheesy viral music videos are the best way to target a scientific demographic. And don’t rule out scientists themselves! There are a lot of nerdy and talented composers and singers out there. Unfortunately, more traditional musicians don’t seem to care [...] |
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