Humans flexibly represent time by combining stable, hippocampal event sequences with perspective-dependent, parietal representations that adapt to current task demands.
Bird species in tropical mountains appear to adapt to high-elevation conditions by modifying eggshell structure to reduce water loss during embryonic development.
Two major crop pests produce different salivary proteins that disable the plant immune sensor RLP4, weakening plant defenses and revealing a shared strategy insects use to promote feeding.
Sensory cues paired with rewards can drive riskier decision-making by reducing sensitivity to losses, helping explain how gambling environments promote addictive behavior.
