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Neuroscience

Wrinkled brain mimics crumpled paper

Brains crumple up just like wads of paper, a new study suggests.

Chemistry

Missing enzyme to blame for scentless roses

The unusual enzyme behind roses’ sweet smell may help researchers revive the flower’s potent aroma.

Health & Medicine

Smell test may detect autism

A quick sniff test could reveal whether or not a child has autism, but some scientists have doubts.

Animals

Heat turns wild genetic male reptiles into functional females

Genetic male bearded dragons changed to females by overheating in the wild can still breed successfully.