Mosquito’s own gut bacteria found to inhibit deadly malaria parasite

Researchers have chanced upon a bacteria naturally present in the gut of mosquitoes that inhibits the growth of a parasite that causes the deadliest form of malaria. Unlikely to produce resistance, the bacteria could be easily introduced in the field t… Continue reading Mosquito’s own gut bacteria found to inhibit deadly malaria parasite

Autonomous drone gets the goods on forest fires

When a forest fire is starting, it’s vitally important for firefighting crews to know exactly what it is that they’re up against, so they can prepare most effectively. A new Spanish project is helping to make that happen, utilizing an autonom… Continue reading Autonomous drone gets the goods on forest fires