Bananas that Don't Brown Quickly

British biotech company develops bananas that do not brown quickly after being peeled by targeting specific genes responsible for browning, creating potential for new markets and reduced waste.

Rare Black Wolves Sighted in Polish Forest

Two rare black wolves believed to be siblings were spotted crossing a stream in a Polish forest, prompting further study by the SAVE Wildlife Conservation Fund Poland.

Human Origins and Ancestry

Scientists now believe that humans may have descended from a single pair of ancestors, similar to the biblical story of Adam and Eve. Two major studies suggest that the male Y chromosomes and female mitochondrial DNA passed down to modern humans may have come from ancestors who lived around the same time. While one theory places the ancestral homeland in Mesopotamia, another theory suggests Africa's Kalahari Desert as the origin of all humans alive today.

The Science of Siblings: Understanding Autism in Identical Twins

The Science of Siblings explores how identical twins Sam and John Fetters, both on the autism spectrum, showcase the mystery of how a highly genetic disorder can manifest differently in siblings who share the same genome. The twins' story sheds light on the interplay between genetics and environmental factors in autism development.

Discovery of New Species of Snake in the Amazon Rainforest

Scientists in the Amazon rainforest discovered a new species of snake, the northern green anaconda, rumored to be the biggest in the world. The team found anacondas measuring up to 20.7 feet long and weighing up to 1,100 pounds. The newly identified species diverged from the southern green anaconda almost 10 million years ago and differs genetically by 5.5%.