Swine coronavirus replicates in human cells
New research from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill suggests that a strain of coronavirus that has recently…
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Study finds fungal disease of snakes in 19 states, Puerto Rico
In a collaborative effort between scientists and personnel on military bases in 31 states in the continental U.S. and Puerto…
‘Social distancing’ in sheep could cure flock of maedi-visna
A collaboration between scientists in Scotland and The Netherlands has found that a lack of ‘social distancing’ between sheep is…
VeChain Joins China Animal Health And Food Safety Alliance (CAFA) As Council Member To Provide Blockchain Technology For Enterprise Members
SHANGHAI, Sept. 18, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — As the world’s leading enterprise friendly blockchain platform, VeChain has officially joined the China Animal Health And Food…
Animals lose fear of predators rapidly after they start encountering humans
Most wild animals show a suite of predator avoidance behaviors such as vigilance, freezing, and fleeing. But these are quickly…
New theory predicts movement of different animals using sensing to search
All animals great and small live every day in an uncertain world. Whether you are a human being or an…
Cardiovascular health similarities between chimpanzees and humans
Doctors like to remind patients not to monkey around with their health, suggesting that a good diet and regular exercise…
Toxic masculinity: Why male funnel web spiders are so dangerous
A team of University of Queensland researchers has revealed why male funnel web spiders develop much deadlier venom than their…
The Importance of Humane Management and Animal Welfare in Rabies Elimination Programs
WSAVA webinars to highlight the work of key stakeholders to prioritize welfare on World Rabies Day September 28 at 08:00 AM and 12:00 PM UTC…
Sugar promotes sperm longevity in pig reproductive tract
For many livestock species, artificial insemination (AI) is standard. But it can be tricky to achieve success the first time,…