Javier Salas

A study demonstrates that some dogs are genetically predisposed to understand humans, but it is unclear whether a single determinant caused the evolutionary leap

New research shows the mammal can identify other group members through their sense of taste, as well as their signature whistle

The paleoanthropologist explains that one of our most useful weapons is empathy: ’There is little margin for individualism in this species’

A tendency to find patterns in random sequences, the brain’s need to connect cause and effect and a more intuitive thought process are some of the principle psychological mechanisms that explain belief in paranormal phenomena

The Canary Islands’ laboratories have spent a year without receiving a single mouse to study ailments like epilepsy or cancer. Scientists in the United States and Europe protest that the companies are “hurting public health” by blocking their research

A new worldwide study disproves the idea that certain dog breeds have particular character traits

Some 97% of paleontology studies come from a handful of northern nations, often by taking advantage of unethical practices that pillage the natural treasures of poorer places

This is the first time the technology has been able to help a person who cannot even move their eyes. Following the procedure, the 34-year-old was able to spell out his name, ask for a beer and suggest a movie to his son

Scientists leading projects to revive disappeared species, from thylacines to dodo birds, explain that they won’t create ‘exact photocopies,’ but genetically modified substitutes. But what exactly is a de-extinct species?

Biologist Patricia Brennan is a pioneer in the research of the sexuality of female species. Her discoveries range from ducks’ ‘anti-screw devices’ to a dolphin’s clitoris

Nobody is 100% certain who launched the object, which was due to hit the far side of Earth’s natural satellite on March 4

A research team in Sweden has successfully simulated neural function with organic materials that can be printed cheaply and could in the future be implanted into humans

An investment of €18 billion a year would prevent 1.5 million deaths worldwide, according to a study that highlights the importance of hiring more veterinarians as ‘watchmen’ for new pathogens

The planetary defense against asteroids and comets like the one in the Netflix movie is coordinated by international astronomical organizations and alerting the population does not depend on any one person

The Spanish island continues to experience earthquakes and lava flows, but there is already talk of “positive” developments that might mean the worst is over. Here’s how experts are interpreting the available data

Experts analyze what the molten rock might do next if new fissures open up or if the current channel leading down to the cliffs fills up with volcanic material

The main concern of the authorities now is that toxic clouds created by contact between the molten rock and the ocean could spread to the Canary Island

Four residential areas have been confined due to the danger, with residents instructed to stay in their homes with the doors and windows closed

A cloud of sulfur dioxide is expected to reach mainland Spain on Wednesday afternoon and gradually cover the entire Iberian peninsula on Thursday and Friday, according to the EU Copernicus program

Spanish authorities have deployed security measures to prevent people from getting too close to the spot where the molten rock is expected to come in contact with the water

Residents of the Spanish island were aware this day could come, and scientists had been closely following the tremors that preceded an event that could go on for weeks or even months

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has canceled a planned trip to the US and has flown to La Palma to oversee operations. The eruption could last ‘several weeks or a few months,’ according to one expert

A large plume of smoke began spewing out in Montaña Rajada at 3.15pm, while Spanish authorities were carrying out a plan to evacuate residents with reduced mobility from nearby areas

Since September 11, more than 4,200 tremors have been recorded in the area near Teneguía volcano, and they are reportedly growing in intensity

The strongest females pass on their privileged associations to their offspring, providing them with priority access to food and a greater support network in times of conflict

A study published in ‘The Lancet Oncology ‘notes there is no safe consumption limit and that 15% of the 740,000 tumors recorded worldwide in 2020 were among people who did not drink heavily