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The research results indicate that genetic variations can influence the sex ratio of children, which could explain skewed ratios in some families. Each year, about the same number of boys and girls are born. But in some families, couples have four or more daughters with no sons, while others have only boys and no daughters. […] More science? Read the latest articles on Scientias.nl .

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Genetic mutation discovered that increases chances of having a daughter

The photo shows the symbiotic binary star R Aquarii, which shows violent outbursts and blows large filaments of glowing gas into space. At about 700 light years away we find the binary star R Aquarii. Normally, binary stars get along fine. But this couple has a somewhat disordered relationship. Researchers have now […] More science? Read the latest articles on Scientias.nl .

Hubble snaps stunning image of one of the most turbulent stars in our Milky Way

This could be a promising solution to further reduce the use of pesticides and strengthen the global food supply. In a world that is growing and changing, we need to find new ways to provide food for everyone. Although pesticides enable mass production, they also come with risks. That is why scientists are studying […] More science? Read the latest articles on Scientias.nl .

Researchers now also want to 'vaccinate' crops

There is much more DNA material in our cells than just our gene package. For example, the 'transposons' also move freely through the genome. The usefulness of this “selfish DNA” has so far been unclear. But it now appears that these DNA elements play a crucial role in early human development. Without transposons, life is not possible. [...] More science? Read the latest articles on Scientias.nl.

'Selfish DNA' is much more important than thought: without it, life is impossible

In the 1980s, ninety plant species disappeared on a hill in Ecuador that were not found anywhere else. Cause: the forest had to make way for farmland. It's an impressive story that still inspires to protect South America's rainforests, but is it true? So no. The extinction of plant species, many of which were new [...] More science? Read the latest articles on Scientias.nl.

The biggest modern mass extinction (fortunately) turns out to be a myth

One chatbot is not like the other. Like humans — it sounds a little scary — they also have different “personalities,” Serbian researchers found. The scientists had the seven most popular Large Language Models (LLMs) take a personality test at two different times to find out which one can best deal with people. Some were friendlier [...] More science? Read the latest articles on Scientias.nl.

Chatbots have different characters: one is more manipulative than the other

Some people swear by it: talking or singing to your plants to make them grow better. However, there is little scientific evidence that sweet words or a passionate power ballad makes plants healthier. It has been shown that mechanical stimulation – such as touch, wind or rain – can have a beneficial effect on crops. A new study […] More science? Read the latest articles on Scientias.nl .

Bizarre: The size of raindrops matters for the growth and resistance of tomato plants

It’s not often that scientists see evolution in action in real time. So they were thrilled when they saw a few snails on a small rocky island in Sweden evolve into a completely different population that had disappeared three decades earlier. The change was astonishing. In 1988, the Koster Archipelago, a group of islands off the […] More science? Read the latest articles on Scientias.nl .

Very special evolution in real time: snails transform into new type at lightning speed

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Space meteorologists have announced that the aurora borealis may continue to be seen in less usual locations, while the strong solar storms that allow this phenomenon continue to occur.

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Research shows that listening to music can speed up recovery after surgery. “When patients wake up after surgery, they can sometimes feel very anxious and not know where they are,” says researcher Eldo Frezza. He explains that listening to music can be helpful for many people. “Music can […] More science? Read the latest articles on Scientias.nl .

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