A fascinating study found that the prehensile arms of an octopus are segmented from the rest of the cephalopod's body.

Scientists from the University of Chicago have uncovered the secret of the octopus' nervous system, which is one of the most ...

As an embryo grows, there is a continuous stream of communication between cells to form tissues and organs. Cells need to read numerous cues from their environment, and these may be chemical or ...

Pioneering research reveals the origins of the ventral nerve cord in early molting animals. An international team of ...

Discover how each arm of an octopus operates independently, with its own mini-brain, enabling incredible dexterity and problem-solving abilities.

Evolution enables life to adapt through advantageous mutations. While most mutations are harmful, a small percentage drive ...

Octopus arms have segmented nerve systems, controlling movement and sensory input. Each segment enables independent control.

Chicago, United States - January 15, 2025 New research from the University of Chicago has uncovered how octopuses control ...

The mimic octopus, which lives in sandy habitats devoid of any shelter, even impersonates some of the ocean’s deadliest ...

Researchers discovered that electrical synapses filter sensory signals in animals, enabling context-specific ...

With eight worm-like arms, they exhibit extraordinary dexterity and control, and now scientists have uncovered a curious ...

A study from the University of Chicago has revealed a critical mechanism in the octopus's nervous system that allows for ...