behaviour Archive
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![Researchers from John Hopkins have found that a compound, called CGP3466B, elicited antidepressant-like effects when administered to mice. These effects occurred within hours, unlike currently […]](/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/6010535530_fb0c533fec_m-115x115.jpg "New Type of Antidepressant Found to Work in Mice")
New Type of Antidepressant Found to Work in Mice
Posted on January 19, 2016 | No CommentsResearchers from John Hopkins have found that a compound, called CGP3466B, elicited antidepressant-like effects when administered to mice. These effects occurred within hours, unlike currently […] -
![Ever wondered how animals such as fruit flies, whales or pigeons are able to navigate? The answer may lie in research published in Nature Materials […]](/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/NEWSICON2-115x115.png "Compass Discovered in the Fruit Fly")
Compass Discovered in the Fruit Fly
Posted on November 30, 2015 | No CommentsEver wondered how animals such as fruit flies, whales or pigeons are able to navigate? The answer may lie in research published in Nature Materials […] -
![The devastating effects that drug addiction has at many levels of society is unequivocal. So is, I would argue, the evidence that addiction is a […]](/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/Cocaine-Addiction-Treatment-115x115.jpg "Addiction: Disease or Choice?")
Addiction: Disease or Choice?
Posted on June 4, 2015 | 316 CommentsThe devastating effects that drug addiction has at many levels of society is unequivocal. So is, I would argue, the evidence that addiction is a […] -
![It is already known that some insects, such as monarch butterflies, use their brain cells to reflect their orientation. Referred to as a ‘sun compass’, […]](/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/News-image-01-300x1691-115x115.jpg "Fly Brains Contain A Circular Compass")
Fly Brains Contain A Circular Compass
Posted on May 22, 2015 | No CommentsIt is already known that some insects, such as monarch butterflies, use their brain cells to reflect their orientation. Referred to as a ‘sun compass’, […] -
![When choosing a leader, it appears that the most intelligent looking candidates are almost always trumped by those who look healthier. This revelation comes from […]](/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/News-image-01-115x115.jpg "What Matters When Choosing a Leader?")
What Matters When Choosing a Leader?
Posted on November 16, 2014 | No CommentsWhen choosing a leader, it appears that the most intelligent looking candidates are almost always trumped by those who look healthier. This revelation comes from […] -
![Various research has shown that a large proportion of autistic children suffer from gastrointestinal problems, suggesting that the composition of the gut microbiome has a correlation […]](/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/News-image-01-300x169-115x115.jpg "Can the Gut Microbes Influence Behaviour?")
Can the Gut Microbes Influence Behaviour?
Posted on November 16, 2014 | No CommentsVarious research has shown that a large proportion of autistic children suffer from gastrointestinal problems, suggesting that the composition of the gut microbiome has a correlation […] -
A Band of Brothers-In-Law
Posted on November 7, 2014 | No CommentsA study from the University of Utah has revealed important differences between the fighting behaviour of apes and small groups of humans. Chimpanzees are the […] -
New Insights into Genetic Basis of Aggression
Posted on February 21, 2014 | No CommentsHoney bees, fruit flies, mice, and wasps all possess the same genes for aggression, and new research suggest that humans might do too. What’s more, […] -
![It’s likely that you’ve heard of it. Some of you may have even witnessed this behavior yourself . From dogs in the park, to mallard […]](/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Blog-image-01_Bang-115x115.png "The sexually confusing lives of male insects")
The sexually confusing lives of male insects
Posted on November 25, 2013 | No CommentsIt’s likely that you’ve heard of it. Some of you may have even witnessed this behavior yourself . From dogs in the park, to mallard […] -
![Max Bodmer explains the concept of niche construction in nature – using some quirky personas for your entertainment! Are organisms passive in their environment? […]](/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/podcast-115x115.png "Bang! Science Bites: Niche Construction")
Bang! Science Bites: Niche Construction
Posted on November 23, 2013 | No CommentsMax Bodmer explains the concept of niche construction in nature – using some quirky personas for your entertainment! Are organisms passive in their environment? […] -
Evolution and Sexual Exploitation: Evolutionary Psychology Takes on Another Tough Topic
Posted on April 22, 2012 | 3 CommentsEvolutionary psychology (EP) seems to tread on dangerous ground rather often as far as political correctness is concerned. EP researchers may be able to provide […]
