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October 18, 2016

The Zika Virus Continues to Spread

Officials had hoped that the recent hurricane in Florida would help disrupt the spread of the Zika virus, but it looks like it’s only helped the mosquitos spread it even faster due to the rainwater left behind. A new zone…

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October 17, 2016

Insect Borne Viruses Experts Say To Watch Out For

We are all familiar with the Zika virus and Lyme disease, but experts have recently found some lesser known viruses that they are suggesting people watch out for in the near future, as they could possibly become a problem, especially…

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October 14, 2016

Dung Beetles Are Tougher Than You Think

During the past decade or so researchers have noticed an invasive insect that has gone largely unstudied. The invasive insect in question is known as the “bigheaded ant.” Bigheaded ants have been observed invading territory that belongs to dung beetles,…

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October 13, 2016

Black Widow DNA Strangely Winds Up A Virus That Attacks Bacteria

A pair of probably bored researchers decided to sequence the genome of a Wolbachia-attacking virus for fun only to discover black widow DNA hiding within the genetic makeup of the virus. This was a surprise to the Vanderbilt researchers and…

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October 12, 2016

Special Silkworms Are As Strong As Spider Man

A group of presumably bored researchers decided to feed a silkworm graphene and carbon nanotubes. As a result, the silkworms were able to spin silk that is much stronger than your typical silk. This stronger silk product can be used…

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October 10, 2016

This Is How The Zika Virus Could Make Its Way North

Researchers have confirmed that a mosquito known as Culex quinquefasciatus is able to contract the Zika virus. This is a potentially big deal since this type of mosquito thrives in colder climates. However it is not yet known whether this…

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October 7, 2016

Insect Bite Menaces Soccer Game

When I think of an insect bite ruining someone’s afternoon outside playing soccer or some other sport, my mind tends to draw the conclusion that the terrible itch from the bites were probably driving the injured parties insane, making it…

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October 6, 2016

Insect-Eating Utensils of the Future

Researchers have talked endlessly about how the we will all be eating bugs in the not-too-distant future, but one thing they fail to address is exactly how we will be eating them. Think about it. These are strangely constructed creatures,…

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October 5, 2016

Babies Born With Zika May Have More Medical Issues Than Microcephaly

Since the Zika virus started making news early last year there has been extensive coverage on the birth defects that Zika causes in newborns. The birth defect known as microcephaly has so far been the only medical condition experienced by…

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October 4, 2016