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The Science Behind the “M” Marking on a Cat’s Forehead
The “M” marking on the foreheads of cats has inspired several legends across different cultures. One of the most popular ones involves a newborn Jesus […]
Best Practices in Feeding Cats: Schedule and Frequency
Different pet owners have different experiences when it comes to feeding their cats. However, to ensure optimal health and maximum gains from food consumption, it […]
New Bat Coronavirus Discovered In China: Has Same Infection Route As COVID-19
A team of Chinese researchers spearheaded by Shi Zhengli, a virologist known for her research on coronaviruses in bats and currently directs the Center for […]
Cats And Their Ears: Interesting Facts
The ears of cats are built for both hearing, movement, and more. These furry funnels are packed with intricate structures that allow cats to hear […]
Multicellularity and the Origin of Cancer: A Discussion
The link between multicellularity and the origin of cancer can be understood through a compelling hypothesis suggesting that carcinogenesis, or the tendency of cells to […]
Dangers From Raw Milk Consumption: Common Diseases
French chemist Louis Pasteur developed a method for preserving food using heat in 1864. The practice of thermal processing can be traced further back to […]
Explainer: How H5N1 Bird Flu Harms Cats
Influenza A virus subtype H5N1 is known to infect a range of felid species. This virus is one of the several known causative agents of […]
H5N1 Bird Flu in Cats: Increasing Cases With High Death Rates
A highly pathogenic subtype of the avian influenza or bird flu virus called H5N1 has infected hundreds of livestock and wild mammals across the United […]
Deactivating USAG-1: A Drug For Regrowing Teeth
Researchers from Kitano Hospital and Kyoto University in Japan have been developing a drug that deactivates a gene called USAG-1 to treat tooth loss and […]