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Scientists say plants use epigenetic memories to adapt to climate change
Updated : 3 years, 3 months ago IST
While it is known that animals can adapt quickly to survive adverse environmental conditions, mounting evidence shows that plants can too.
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We must conserve Himalayas' fragile ecology for generations to come: Presi
Updated : 3 years, 4 months ago IST
President Droupadi Murmu said the Himalayas, its fragile ecology and flora and fauna are "our priceless heritage and we must conserve them for generations to come".
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Hidden history of human adaptation revealed by ancient genomes
Updated : 3 years, 4 months ago IST
A previously unknown aspect of human evolution has come to light due to the use of ancient DNA, including samples of human remains around 45,000 years old.
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At historic R20 gathering in Bali, religious leaders launch 'Spiritual Eco
Updated : 3 years, 4 months ago IST
The G20 summit (Group of 20 leading economies, this year headed by Indonesia) includes an official main event called R20 (Religion Forum) will be held from November 2-3, this year for the "first time ever" in Bali, Indonesia. The R20 aims to mobilize global leaders to help ensure that rel
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Study finds hundreds of new mammal species waiting to be found
Updated : 3 years, 4 months ago IST
At least hundreds of so-far unidentified species of mammals are hiding in plain sight around the world, a new study suggests. Researchers found that most of these hidden mammals are small-bodied, many of them bats, rodents, shrews, and moles.
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Why parents in their prime produce the best offspring: Research
Updated : 3 years, 4 months ago IST
Parents face a trade-off between putting resources into their offspring versus using resources to enhance their chances of survival so they can have more offspring. The best allocation of resources depends on age. More experienced parents are better at getting food, so they can pass on more
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Conservatory developed in Tamil Nadu's Tiruchirappalli to create awareness
Updated : 3 years, 4 months ago IST
Tiruchippalli (Tamil Nadu) [India], October 22 (ANI): The Tropical Butterfly Conservatory has been developed in Tamil Nadu's Tiruchirappalli to create awareness among the public about the importance of butterflies and their ecology.
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Study reveals difference in male, female ostriches in choosing their group
Updated : 3 years, 4 months ago IST
Washington [US], October 22 (ANI): Cooperation and competition in social groups have varied effects on men and women, which may determine which group sizes function best. This is owing to the fact that each has separate interests, according to a recent study from Sweden's Lund University.
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Climate change can be mitigated by protecting old trees: Study
Updated : 3 years, 4 months ago IST
Washington [US], October 20 (ANI): According to a study, ancient trees, which are hundreds or thousands of years old, play an important role in biodiversity and ecosystem preservation by providing stability, strength, and protection to vulnerable environments. A team of ecologists highlighte
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Researchers suggest how male, female ostriches choose their groups
Updated : 3 years, 4 months ago IST
Washington [US], October 18 (ANI): Cooperation and competition in social groups impact males and females differently, which may influence which group sizes operate best. According to a new study from Lund University in Sweden, this is due to the fact that both have distinct interests.
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Asian elephants choose habitats near boundaries of protected areas: Resear
Updated : 3 years, 4 months ago IST
London [UK], October 18 (ANI): According to recent research, which provides the most thorough investigation of Asian elephant mobility and habitat preference to the date, elephants prefer environments outside of protected areas rather than inside them. The results are presented in the Journa
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What happens in brain when it becomes too hot?
Updated : 3 years, 5 months ago IST
Trondheim [Norway], September 29 (ANI): "It was truly quite incredible. "The whole brain lit up," Anna Andreassen, a PhD student at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology, stated (NTNU).
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