Researchers at Southern Methodist University in Dallas have developed a concise new explanation for the basic mechanics involved in human running. The approach offers direct insight into the ...

Many animals use the colours and patterns on their bodies to help them blend into the background and avoid the attention of predators. But this strategy, crypsis, is far from perfect. As soon as the ...

Many animals are masters of illusion, with the ability to fool a potential mate or predator with a flourish of feathers or display of exaggerated ferocity. The EU is currently funding research into ...