Bloodthirsty Brains

Bloodthirsty Brains

In a new research collaboration between the University of Witwatersrand and the University of Adelaide, previously held views on the evolutionary development of the human brain are being challenged.…
Lunar Cycle Affects Timing Of Birth In Cows

Lunar Cycle Affects Timing Of Birth In Cows

A popular belief that there is a higher number of births around the full moon has been shown to be true for dairy cows by a group of University of Tokyo researchers. Previous studies have found…
High Alcohol Intake Decreases Female Fertility

High Alcohol Intake Decreases Female Fertility

Women who have high alcohol intake, 14 or more servings of alcohol a week are slightly more likely to have reduced fertility, suggests a study published in The BMJ today. In developed countries, up…
Youth Crimes Spike Immediately After Drinking Age

Youth Crimes Spike Immediately After Drinking Age

A new study from the Northern Medical Program at the University of Northern British Columbia has shown that minimum legal drinking age (MLDA) legislation in Canada can have a major effect on crimes…
Food Puzzles Enhance Feline Wellbeing

Food Puzzles Enhance Feline Wellbeing

Greater understanding of the importance of environmental enrichment in enhancing an animal's physical and social environment is bringing benefits for pet cats - particularly those that are kept…