evolution

A new paper shows that rapid evolution in bats may account for the animals’ extraordinary ability to both host and survive infections as well as avoid cancer.

Between different species, larger relative brain size is associated with cognitive benefits that favour survival.

In response to a high-competition environment, Trinidadian killifish evolve larger brains, increasing their fitness and survival rates.

The human ability to teach and our use of complex tools may have evolved together, according to new research.

Modern day life appears to be more stressful than ever before – with COVID-19, lockdown living, economic uncertainty, and impending Brexit.