Whose well-being is threatened by our changing relationship with the myriad organisms that shaped the evolution of our species?
Whose well-being is threatened by our changing relationship with the myriad organisms that shaped the evolution of our species?
Human development may destroy natural habitats, but it could also provide amphibians with a safe haven from deadly fungal infections
Columbia University evolutionary ecologist Dustin Rubenstein explains just why it's so interesting and important to find slime molds that engage in a form of agriculture.
Joy Ward is reaping the rewards of her studies on how plants handle global climate change—gathering academic accolades and presidential embraces along the way.
The Great Sperm Whale, Noble Cows & Hybrid Zebras, Radioactive, Science-Mart
Associate professor, College of Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences, Oregon State University. Age: 34
Two lizard taxonomists champion the use of Bayesian species delimitation to settle taxonomic debates.
A father’s determination to help his son resulted in an experimental treatment for autism that uses roundworms to modulate inflammatory immune responses. Can the worms be used to treat other diseases?
Meet the people behind studies that use nematodes to treat inflammatory diseases.
Gabriele Sorci discusses how invaders can band together to more effectively infect hosts.