Eating less of these amino acid rich foods increases lifespan by up to 33%, study finds
Scientists discovered that restricting the intake of a specific essential amino acid, isoleucine, can significantly slow the aging process
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JJ Shavit
- Nov 4
Three freshwater fish species discovered to live for over 100 years
A recent study found some of the oldest animals in the world living in a place you wouldn’t expect: fishes in the Arizona desert.
JJ Shavit
- Aug 13
The Future of Sushi? 3D-Printed Vegan Seafood
The use of 3D printing technology using sustainable alternative protein sources can potentially aid in resolving global food challenges.
JJ Shavit
- Aug 2
Researchers discover 6 incredible benefits from Omega-3 fish oil supplements
Three main types of omega-3 fatty acid supplements exist: Alpha-linolenic acid, docosahexaenoic acid, and eicosapentaenoic acid.
JJ Shavit
- Jul 16
What was the Tully Monster? Scientists finally have the answer
A marine animal named the "Tully monster" in honor of its discoverer, has provoked enduring scientific curiosity and controversy.
JJ Shavit
- Jul 3
Scientists discover 6 amazing benefits from taking Omega-3 fish oil supplements
There are three forms of omega-3 fatty acid supplements available: Alpha-linolenic acid, docosahexaenoic acid, and eicosapentaenoic acid
JJ Shavit
- May 30
Groundbreaking study offers fresh insights into reversing age-related muscle loss
Sarcopenia, or muscle wasting, a degenerative condition, is a universal part of aging, yet its specific mechanisms remain obscure.
JJ Shavit
- May 2
Bacteria-free salmon can make all fish more disease resistant
This breakthrough allows researchers to investigate the relationship between bacteria and fish, leading to prevent fish from getting sick.
JD Shavit
- Nov 5, 2022
Why do fish look down when they swim? Mystery finally solved
Just as you might look down at the sidewalk as you walk, fish look downward when they swim, a new study has confirmed. The question is why?
JJ Shavit
- Oct 21, 2022
World’s largest no-fishing zone benefits fish and fishermen
New research shows that a large marine protected area (MPA) in Hawaiʻi led to recovery and spillover of migratory species.
JD Shavit
- Jun 29, 2022
New technology turns the whole fish into nutritious food
Food researchers are introducing a new sorting technology that means we get five good cuts from fish and not just the fillet.
JD Shavit
- Jun 25, 2022
Tiny fish-shaped robot ‘swims’ around picking up microplastics
Researchers created a light-activated fish robot that “swims” around quickly, picking up and removing microplastics from the environment.
JJ Shavit
- Jun 24, 2022
Eating fish protect our brains from air pollution, study finds
Two servings a week of baked or broiled fish or shellfish may provide enough omega-3 fatty acids to counteract the effects of air pollution
JJ Shavit
- Jun 18, 2022
Human middle ear evolved from fish gills, research finds
The human middle ear houses three tiny, vibrating bones and is key to transporting sound vibrations into the inner ear that allow us to hear
JJ Shavit
- Apr 4, 2022
Fish can do math, study finds
Cichlids and stingrays can perform simple addition and subtraction in the number range of one to five as shown in a recent study.
JJ Shavit
- Mar 19, 2022
Sharks take naps with their eyes open!
It turns out these predators love to grab a nap when there’s nothing going on and some actually sleep with their eyes wide open!
JJ Shavit
- Feb 16, 2022
Biohybrid fish made from heart muscle cells swims and could lead to artificial hearts
Researchers have developed the first fully autonomous biohybrid fish from human stem-cell derived cardiac muscle cells.
JJ Shavit
- Feb 10, 2022
Sea pineapples and blood waste boosts battery performance
Sea pineapples, an edible ascidian, are a delicacy in Japan. The Tohoku region is famed for its sea pineapple production - known as hoya .
JJ Shavit
- Feb 3, 2022
Researchers discover how eating fish protects our brains from air pollution
Older women who eat more than one to two servings a week of baked or broiled fish or shellfish may counteract the effects of air pollution.
JJ Shavit
- Jan 28, 2022
Researchers discover that fish talk a lot and have been for over 155 million years
Fish are far more likely to communicate with sound than generally thought—and some fish have been doing this for at least 155 million years.
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