Humankind’s Ascent Took Path of Yeast Resistance
There's a strong case to be made that the first species cultivated by humankind was brewer's yeast, and a generation of researchers will drink to that.
Obesity Virus, Fat Chickens and Life’s Mysteries
Obesity virus kills thousands … of chickens. And it also reveals how little we know about humans.
Bedbugs Have Evolved to Live With Mankind
The rise of bedbugs has followed the rise of mankind living indoors; their latest resurgence illustrates the survival of the fittest.