Day: March 4, 2016

{$inline_image} Brazil study strengthens link between Zika virus, birth defects In a study of pregnant women in Brazil, nearly 30 percent of those infected with Zika virus had babies with fetal abnormalities. Source: Science News Brazil study strengthens link between…

The murder of Berta Cáceres – a sad day for the environment Last week, defender of the environment and human rights, Berta Cáceres publicly denounced the murder of several indigenous leaders and the threats she herself was subjected to daily…

These beetles use surface tension to water-ski Waterlily beetles are in for a fast and bumpy ride as they fly across ponds, researchers find. Source: Science News These beetles use surface tension to water-ski Science News

Lizards locked in amber provide clues to reptile evolution Amber-encased lizard remains that date to 99 million years ago may shed light on the evolution of geckos and chameleons. Source: Science News Lizards locked in amber provide clues to reptile…

Microcephaly: Building a case against Zika Zika virus is the prime suspect for Brazil’s recent surge in birth defects. New evidence in human cells strengthens the case, but more definitive proof could come this summer from Colombia, where thousands of…

Zika virus, mosquitoes, gene drives: Ask us anything Three Science News reporters answer questions about zika virus, genetically engineered mosquitoes, mosquito biology and more in a Reddit AMA on Friday, March 4. Source: Science News Zika virus, mosquitoes, gene drives:…

Is Amy Tan actually ‘thrilled’ a leech is named after her? Novelist Amy Tan answers a lingering question about celebrities honored in scientific names of new species — her namesake is a leech. Source: Science News Is Amy Tan actually…