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Chronological Clues to Life’s Early History Lurk in Gene Transfers

To date the branches on the evolutionary tree of life, researchers are looking at horizontal gene transfers among ancient microorganisms, which once seemed only to muddle the record.

April 25, 2018

Why Some Sports Fans Have More Fun

How mirror neurons affect the experience of fandom.

April 23, 2018

Another Side of Feynman

Nine letters by Freeman Dyson portray his relationship with the Nobel Laureate.

April 23, 2018

Bombers and Pterosaurs Were Both Before Their Time

The evolution of B-2s and lizards.

April 16, 2018