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Wild crabapples have genetic potential to improve domestic varieties

A bad apple doesn't always ruin the bunch. In fact, it might make the bunch a little stronger. A new study published in …

Engineered nanostructured surfaces could offer a new way to limit marine biofouling

Researchers at Sultan Qaboos University have developed engineered surfaces that combine microscopic patterns with zinc o…

Snakes' appearances linked to how scary or appealing people find them

Snakes can elicit a wide range of human responses, including fear, disgust, awe and admiration. Past studies suggest tha…