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Creality K1 Max 3D Printer

Creality K1 Max 3D Printer rapidly prototypes brackets, adapters, and fixtures for instruments and classroom demonstrations at large build volume.

Plant-eating lizards on the cusp of tooth evolution

Several lizard groups evolved teeth with multiple tips, allowing them to transition to plant-based diets and increasing speciation rates. The study also found that tooth evolution was more flexible in lizards and snakes than mammals.

Unraveling the mystery of touch

A new study reveals that sensitive skin surfaces are overrepresented in the brain due to stronger connections between sensory neurons and brain stem neurons. This mechanism may explain why certain body parts, like hands and lips, are more sensitive than others.

Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station

Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station offers research-grade local weather data for networked stations, campuses, and community observatories.

Genetic study explores how human pregnancy is unique

A new genetic study reveals hundreds of genes that evolved to be turned on or off in the human uterus during early pregnancy, shedding light on what makes human pregnancy uniquely human. These genes are involved in cell-to-cell communication, immune response regulation, and placental invasion, highlighting the importance of evolutionar...

Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only)

Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only) delivers reliable low-light performance and rugged build for astrophotography, lab documentation, and field expeditions.

Among the ocean's slowest swimmers, seahorses snag prey at exceptional speed

Researchers at Tel Aviv University discovered seahorses can move their head up to catch prey at incredible speeds, facilitated by a powerful flow of water and spring-like mechanism. This study sheds light on the ecology of seahorses, revealing that longer noses enable stronger suction currents for catching smaller prey.

25-million-year-old ancient eagle ruled the roost in Australia

A 63-bone fossil discovery of Archaehierax sylvestris, a 25-million-year-old eagle-like raptor, has been made in South Australia. The species is one of the oldest eagle fossils known from this period and provides insight into raptor evolution in Australia.

In a gene tied to growth, scientists see glimmers of human history

Researchers have identified a shortened version of the human growth hormone receptor gene, GHRd3, which may help people survive in situations where resources are scarce or unpredictable. The study found that this variant emerged around 1-2 million years ago and was more prevalent in ancient humans and Neanderthals.

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.

Modern snakes evolved from a few survivors of dino-killing asteroid

A new study suggests that modern snakes originated from a few species that survived the Cretaceous-Paleogene mass extinction event, which wiped out dinosaurs and other species. Snakes began to diversify into new habitats and exploit new prey, leading to the emergence of diverse lineages such as vipers, cobras, and pythons.

Long-distance relationships for endangered corals

Researchers successfully used cryopreserved sperm to fertilize coral eggs from hundreds of miles away, demonstrating the reproductive compatibility of distant coral colonies. The technique, known as assisted gene flow, has potential as a conservation tool for endangered corals and could accelerate their adaptation to climate change.

Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

The dawn of modern reptiles

A new fossil species, Taytalura alcoberi, has been discovered in Argentina's Late Triassic deposits. The 3D-preserved fossil provides insights into the early evolution of lepidosaurs, with its skull revealing a unique sphenodontian body type and dentition that differ from living or extinct groups.

Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)

Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.

How Galápagos finches evade a parasitic fly

Researchers found medium tree finch nests with high parasite survival rates, while hybrid finches had lower rates. Nestling behaviour also predicted naris deformation due to vampire fly parasitism.

Now how did that get up there?

Researchers discovered three phases of growth that explain how cetaceans shift their nasal passage from a parallel to an angled orientation. This finding provides insight into the developmental process and could inform our understanding of cetacean evolution.

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.

Palaeontology: Ancient turtle from Texas yields evolutionary insights

A 100-million-year-old side-necked turtle fossil from Texas provides evidence of marine adaptations, challenging previous understanding of the oldest known species. The discovery sheds light on the evolutionary history of bothremydid turtles and their potential migration to North America.

Did Earth's early rise in oxygen help multicellular life evolve?

Researchers used directed evolution and mathematical modeling to test the Oxygen Control Hypothesis, finding that oxygen levels strongly constrain the evolution of macroscopic multicellularity. This contradicts previous theories suggesting oxygen should promote larger organisms.

Snake venom complexity is driven by prey diet

Research reveals that pitviper species consuming more evolutionarily diverse prey produce more complex venom. The study found that the evolutionary distance between consumed prey species affects venom complexity, suggesting subtle differences in venom targets.

DJI Air 3 (RC-N2)

DJI Air 3 (RC-N2) captures 4K mapping passes and environmental surveys with dual cameras, long flight time, and omnidirectional obstacle sensing.

Reconstructing early evolution of bird biodiversity

A study reveals three distinct periods of rapid species diversification in birds, linked to key adaptations for flight and diet. These events are influenced by long-term climate changes and the Cretaceous-Paleogene mass extinction event.

Discovery of new praying mantis species from the time of the dinosaurs

A team of researchers identified a new species of praying mantis thanks to fossilized wing imprints. The discovery sheds light on wing evolution among mantises and advances scientific understanding of their evolution. The study uses Reflectance Transformation Imaging (RTI) to analyze the intricate network of veins in the fossils.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C)

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C) provide clear calls and strong noise reduction for interviews, conferences, and noisy field environments.

A 520-million-year-old five-eyed fossil reveals arthropod origin

The discovery of Kylinxia, a shrimp-like fossil with five eyes, has provided crucial insights into the early evolution of arthropods. The study suggests that Kylinxia represents a transitional form between Anomalocaris and true arthropods, bridging the evolutionary gap between these two groups.

Lizard skull fossil is new and 'perplexing' extinct species

A new species of ancient lizard, Kopidosaurus perplexus, has been discovered with a unique skull shape featuring curved teeth. The fossil's placement on the tree of life is uncertain, with three different evolutionary trees suggesting multiple possible positions.

AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope

AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope supports teaching labs and QA checks with LED illumination, mechanical stage, and included 5MP camera.

Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach

Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach provides rugged GNSS navigation, satellite messaging, and SOS for backcountry geology and climate field teams.

Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount

Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount provides precise tracking capacity for deep-sky imaging rigs during long astrophotography sessions.

Hurricanes and lizard evolution

A recent study discovered that lizards in areas frequently affected by hurricanes have larger, stronger toepads than those not exposed to such storms. This suggests that hurricanes play a significant role in shaping the evolution of lizard populations across different geographic and phylogenetic scales.

Aha! + Aaaah: Creative insight triggers a neural reward signal

A neuroimaging study found that creative insights trigger a burst of activity in the brain's reward system, motivating further creative activities. Highly reward-sensitive individuals show an additional neural reward response associated with intrinsically rewarding creative experiences.

Skulls gone wild: How and why some frogs evolved extreme heads

A study of 158 frog species reveals that radically shaped skulls have evolved more than 25 times in frogs. These armored frog skulls often feature intricate patterns of grooves, ridges, and pits formed by extra layers of bone, which tend to appear together with specific feeding habits or defenses.

Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope

Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope combines portable Schmidt-Cassegrain optics with GoTo pointing for outreach nights and field campaigns.

Sequestered toxins and diet shift in snakes

Snakes' toxin production adapts to new diet source, maintaining predator defense. The Japanese colubrid snake Rhabdophis tigrinus accumulates bufadienolides from fireflies after switching from frogs and toads.

Paleontology: Tiny prehistoric lizard sheds light on reptile evolution

The discovery of Vellbergia bartholomaei, a tiny Middle Triassic lizard from Germany, provides new information about the early evolution of lepidosauromorphs. The species' unique characteristics suggest it may be a common ancestor of modern lizards and tuataras, revealing key findings in reptile evolution.

How did dinosaur parents know when their kids had a fever?

Research team led by Professor Hagit Affek analyzed chemical bonds in calcium carbonate minerals from fossilized eggs to calculate body temperatures of dinosaurs. Their study found that dinosaur body temperatures ranged from 35-40 degrees Celsius, suggesting endothermic characteristics.