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Does novelty influence foraging decision of a scavenger?

This study tests whether free-ranging dogs prefer novel over familiar food sources, finding they inspect novel objects first, suggesting neophilia aids foraging in human-dominated environments.

Toxic metal uptake by oyster mushrooms grown in sugarcane bagasse

This study investigates metal uptake by oyster mushrooms grown on sugarcane bagasse, finding biomagnification of heavy metals in mushrooms compared to the substrate.

\"Bolder\" together - response to human social cues in free-ranging dogs

This study examines how free-ranging dogs respond to human social cues in groups versus solitude, finding that group living provides benefits in approach behavior and reduced anxiety toward unfamiliar humans.

Cooperation only for high rewards - a solvable task-based study on free-ranging dogs

This study investigates cooperation and social tolerance in free-ranging dogs through three tasks with varying food rewards, finding context-dependent cooperation and food sharing.

A staphylococcal cyclophilin carries a single domain and unfolds via the formation of an intermediate that preserves cyclosporin A binding activity

This study investigates the unfolding mechanism and domain structure of a staphylococcal cyclophilin, revealing a single domain with a flexible tail and reversible unfolding via an intermediate that retains cyclosporin A binding activity.

Free-ranging dogs understand human intentions and adjust their behavioral responses accordingly

This study shows free-ranging dogs adjust their behavior based on human intentions, with stronger responses to threatening cues than friendly ones.