EVOLUTION

Neither the Apollo astronauts nor the most recent missions expected this from the far side of the Moon. Share on Twitter Share on Facebook

Neither the Apollo astronauts nor the most recent missions expected this from the far side of the Moon.

A new study reveals that the far side of the Moon is up to 100 °C colder than the visible side, and the reason could change what we know about its origin.

The surprising impact of domestication on the brains of dogs: what science reveals about their evolution Share on Twitter Share on Facebook

The surprising impact of domestication on the brains of dogs: what science reveals about their evolution

These findings underscore that the relative size of the brain is not the only determinant of cognitive sophistication, and that functional specialization plays a crucial role in the evolution of dogs' brains.

Why do dogs shake when they are wet? Share on Twitter Share on Facebook

Why do dogs shake when they are wet?

Harvard experts explain from a fascinating perspective this evolutionary instinct and the sensory abilities of dogs and other mammals.