Octopus arms reveal an entirely new way of designing a nervous system
UChicago study shows octopi nerves are connected in a unique geometric structure
Scientists discover way to target ‘undruggable’ molecules involved in cancer
UChicago breakthrough targets proteins called transcription factors—a goal for more than 30 years
What causes the octopus death spiral? New study points to changes in cholesterol production
Research finds similarities in hormone biology across species—and dire consequences of disruption
Bats use different inner ear structures to help navigate the world through sound
New study is first anatomical evidence for how two major groups of bats use echolocation differently
To understand biology, scientists turn to the quantum world
Researchers hope sensors using quantum tech could transform biology research
NSF announces $25 million institute in Chicago for quantum biology research
UChicago, Chicago State, UIC, Harvard to investigate quantum imaging, create quantum workforce
RNA breakthrough creates crops that can grow 50% more potatoes, rice
UChicago-led research could yield increased food production, boost drought tolerance
