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City birds across Europe flee from women sooner than men, and researchers can't explain why. The mysterious behavior appeared in 37 species, suggesting birds can somehow tell humans apart by sex.
Researchers finally answered a childhood wonder: do birds fly for fun? A groundbreaking study with cockatoos reveals that flying makes them genuinely happy and optimistic.
German researchers discovered that pigeons use iron-rich immune cells in their livers to sense Earth's magnetic field, finally solving a decades-old puzzle about how birds navigate thousands of miles with pinpoint accuracy.
South Australia is training 50 volunteer bird watchers to become frontline defenders against bird flu, turning passionate hobbyists into vital disease detectors. The program harnesses citizen scientists who already spend hours observing wildlife to help protect both wild birds and commercial poultry.
A Shazam-style app that identifies birds by sight or sound has been downloaded 42 million times, with young people leading a surprising birding boom. The technology is making what was once seen as an exclusive hobby accessible to everyone.
Leading autism researchers and advocates formed a new independent committee to guide autism research priorities and counter recent federal changes. The group aims to unite the autism community and protect evidence-based research as funding reaches $568 million annually.
New research shows human noise is harming bird reproduction and survival across 160 species worldwide. The good news? Scientists say we already have the tools to reverse the damage.
When bird flu reached Australia and New Zealand in 2026, one country was already two years ahead with a plan to save its most endangered species. New Zealand's vaccination program shows how early preparation can protect wildlife facing global threats.
New research reveals how birds outlived T. rex and other mighty dinosaurs 66 million years ago. A few key traits helped our feathered friends survive Earth's worst extinction event.
Australian researchers have successfully taught critically endangered regent honeyeaters their forgotten song using wild-born "tutors." The restored melody could save the species from extinction by helping zoo-bred birds find mates in the wild.
A researcher crawling up a Montana hillside found a tiny feather stuck in 66-million-year-old fossilized dinosaur poop. Inside that ancient lump, scientists discovered the secret to why some birds survived the asteroid that killed the dinosaurs while others vanished forever.
Scientists solved a 200-year mystery about how birds have such incredible vision despite lacking blood vessels in their eyes. The answer reveals nature's surprising backup plan when the usual rules don't apply.
A scientist who revolutionized protein research is now tackling science's reproducibility crisis with AI. His new approach could help researchers separate reliable studies from questionable ones, speeding up cures for diseases like Alzheimer's.
Scientists now have access to an AI tool that filters through 150 years of research data to deliver trustworthy answers in seconds. CAS Newton helps researchers move from question to verified answer without drowning in information overload.
A new AI system from China's Zhejiang University just claimed the top spot on an international test for autonomous scientific research, beating out major competitors. The breakthrough shows how AI is getting better at thinking through complex research problems independently.
When US funding cuts threatened to collapse decades of life-saving health research in South Africa, the country fought back with a $32 million rescue package. Now 59 critical HIV and tuberculosis research projects are moving forward.
Billions in private donations are accelerating life-saving medical discoveries that might otherwise take decades or never happen. From cancer treatments to brain disease research, philanthropic funding is helping researchers pursue bold ideas with the flexibility government grants can't provide.
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After nearly 18 months of halted funding that threatened decades of HIV and TB research, the US National Institutes of Health has reversed its ban on South Africa. The decision restores hope for global health progress and hundreds of research jobs.
South Korea is creating a new research movement to produce globally recognized scientists like Jane Goodall by focusing on uniquely Korean topics. The K-Science initiative aims to blend the nation's culture, history, and environment with cutting-edge research.
New research from Hungary reveals city birds are changing their songs to be heard over urban noise. Some robins and other species are singing at higher frequencies to compete with traffic sounds.
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