This research investigates how the olfactory system of the Spanish ribbed newt adapts between aquatic and terrestrial environments. By analyzing cellular and genetic changes in the nose, the study reveals remarkable sensory plasticity, offering broader insights into nervous system flexibility and potential implications for understanding neurodegenerative diseases such as dementia.

This research examines how honeybee queens adjust egg size in response to their environment. Queens in food-rich urban areas lay smaller eggs, while those in rural areas lay eggs 45% larger, producing bees that forage earlier and more often. These findings can guide beekeeping and support pollinator health, crucial for global food supply.