Termites did not evolve complex societies by adding new genetic features. Instead, scientists found that they became more ...

Termites are among the most successful animals on Earth, forming vast societies that can number in the millions. But how did such complex social systems evolve from solitary ancestors that looked much ...

Termites became social powerhouses by stripping away genes tied to competition and independence. This genetic shedding locked in monogamy, boosted cooperation, and paved the way for their ...

In the early 1990s, Keith Willmott and a friend, both undergraduate students from the United Kingdom, arrived in Ecuador with ...

Researchers traced termite DNA back to cockroach ancestors and found genetic loss played a key role in building social ...

Industrial fabrication is experiencing a transformation driven by the convergence of rising production complexity, stricter quality standards, and increasing global demand for precision components.