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Mapping shows the eradication treatment area, marked in red, bordering south-east Queensland's fire ant biosecurity zone. The grey area within it is listed as a suppression zone. The Invasive ...

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As I dealt with the physical pain and discomfort from the Irish wolfhound's bite, I questioned my future. This trauma became my focus. I felt alone. With a few days off to heal, being away from ...

Insects like ants heal their fellow species, and they even perform surgeries. Biologist Erik Frank is researching their methods. He believes that humans can also benefit from them.

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