Animals

This Frog May Be the First Amphibian Known to Pollinate Flowers

A tiny, orange Brazilian tree frog may be the first known amphibian pollinator, further broadening our understanding of which animals perform this crucial biological function

Asher Elbein

Animals

This $600-Million Room Contains the World's Largest Collection of These Tiny Endangered Animals

Inside a vault at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles lies a microscopic population of immense value—the repository for vernal pool fairy shrimp.

Christopher Intagliata

Vaccines

RSV Vaccines Are Finally Here after Decades of False Starts

Decades of failed attempts have given way to several successful vaccines and treatments for the respiratory disease RSV

Tara Haelle

Genetics

Strawberries Have 8 Sets of Chromosomes to Thank for Their Survival

Hidden beneath the surface of the treasured strawberry is a unique branch of the evolutionary tree, where eight sets of chromosomes are better than two

Kevin Bird | Opinion

Plants

Plant Cell Parts Turn into Glass to Soak Up Sun

Chloroplasts’ choreography keeps plant cells powered

Allison Parshall