Physiology
Physiology
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Fear in the air
Biologists identify proteins that indicate the presence of predators to mice
Neurophysiology
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The paths of fear
Fear due to different reasons activates different parts of the brain
Zoology
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In the dry downpour
Caatinga savanna toads physiologically adapt to survive months of drought
Pharmacology
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Sugar, but no arthritis
Guar gum alleviates pain and prevents damage in the joints progressing
Medical genetics
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Tormented bodies
The mutation that stiffens muscles and changes posture has been identified