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Mammoth Mice: A Furry Step Towards De-Extinction

March 5, 2025

Scientists have created a mouse with mammoth-like fur. This is part of a bigger plan to bring back the woolly mammoth. The company behind this is using a technology called CRISPR. They found genes in mice that are similar to those in mammoths. Then, they edited the mouse embryos to have these genes.

science

Opossum Feeding Facts: What Works and What Doesn't

March 4, 2025

Laboratory opossums, specifically Monodelphis domestica, play a big role in biomedical research. Keeping them healthy and happy means feeding them right. So, what's the best way to do that? Researchers looked into how opossums interact with their food and how different feeding methods affec

health

Keeping Pets Healthy: The Smart Way to Use Antibiotics

March 4, 2025

Antibiotics are powerful tools in keeping our furry friends healthy. But, using them too much or in the wrong way can cause big problems. This is especially true in Singapore, where pets like cats and dogs are common. The issue is that overuse of antibiotics can lead to something called antimicrobia

science

Lab Animals in Limbo: NIH's Money Moves

February 28, 2025

The world of scientific research is buzzing with uncertainty. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has proposed a significant cut in indirect costs reimbursements to research institutions. This move could have a huge impact on facilities that house and care for millions of research animals, like

health

Unlocking the Mystery of TMJ Changes: A New Animal Model

February 23, 2025

TMJ osteoarthritis (TMJOA) is a common issue in patients with an anterior open bite and mandibular retrusion. This condition can lead to long-term stability problems. A new surgical technique, called mandibular autorotation concept (MAC) surgery, has been developed to address these issues. However

science

Small Animals, Big Challenges: How Containment Affects PET Scans

February 22, 2025

PET scans are a big deal in medical research, especially when it comes to studying infectious diseases in small animals. These scans help scientists understand how diseases spread and how to treat them. But there's a catch: when dealing with nasty bugs like Staphylococcus aureus, researchers need to

science

Spotlight on Animal Studies: Are We Doing It Right?

February 22, 2025

Animal research is crucial for understanding diseases and developing new treatments. But, how reliable is the research? How well is it reported? And what about bias? These are important questions. A new tool, CRIME-Q, is designed to help. It acts like a detective, evaluating the quality of

science

Are Animals Conscious? Scientists Weigh In

February 21, 2025

Scientists are diving into a fascinating question: Do animals have feelings and consciousness? This isn't just about pets or farm animals. It's about creatures from bugs to whales. Researchers are using experiments and observations to figure this out. Imagine a lab where scientists study ho

environment

Whales in Distress: A Struggle for Survival on Tasmania's Shores

February 19, 2025

In a heart-wrenching turn of events, over 150 false killer whales found themselves trapped on a remote beach near Arthur River in Tasmania. This was a tough situation for everyone involved. The beach was far from easy to reach, and the ocean conditions were rough, making it nearly impossible for exp

politics

Pentagon's Money Pit: Where Taxpayer Dollars Go to Waste

February 19, 2025

The Pentagon has a serious problem. It can't keep track of how it spends its massive budget. We're talking about nearly a trillion dollars a year. That's a lot of zeros and a lot of money. Last year, the Pentagon failed its seventh audit in a row. This means they couldn't show how they spent all th