The researchers established that maggots will not eat food that is too hard or too soft, but if it is just right -- corresponding to days old decaying fruit -- they dig in. Hypothesizing that this ...

For maggots, the experience of eating a succulent meal isn’t just about how their food tastes, but also how it feels. Researchers used genetic tools to reveal that certain neurons in the brain control ...

When you enjoy food, it’s not just about the taste. The appearance, flavor, and texture also play a role. Some food items are ...

By Pepper St. Clair From the beginning of life on Earth, microbes, small but influential single-celled organisms, have shaped ...