The only remaining autonomous 'jumping gene' can only attach to, and stitch a copy of itself into, DNA when it builds up into large clusters and only as cells divide.

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The researchers wanted to investigated the electrical signals of spruce trees ( Picea abies) during a partial solar eclipse ...

New research has revealed an incredible discovery: modern humans carry 20% of their genetic material from a mysterious ...

The study found that bird species who nest in tree cavities have independently evolved heightened aggression across lineages, particularly in females.