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Some sea snakes have re-evolved the ability to see more colours

12 July 2023

Most snakes can see a limited range of colours, but the blue-banded sea snake has regained genes lost millions of years ago that may let them see ultraviolet and blue light

Blanket for electric cars helps preserve battery performance

11 July 2023

The lithium-ion batteries found in electric cars work best when kept within a certain temperature range, so researchers have created a blanket to keep your car cool in the sun and warm in the cold

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