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Minimal Complexity Problem in Prey Detection by the Sand Scorpion

The scorpion can detect tiny vibrations, of order 1 Angstrom (the size of a hydrogen atom) in amplitude, that emanate from its prey. Read More ›
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Photo credit: NPS, Patrick Taylor.

Prior Fitness for Life: The Problem of Boron

The atomic element boron is essential for life, but how do you get it from stars to plants and animals? Read More ›

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