How tiny bee brains are shaping our future

An Australian-led study shows that bees are capable of making fast, accurate decisions in under a second. Those behind the research say it not only enhances our understanding of insect brains, but also provides a model for the design of modern technologies such autonomous robots and artificial intelligence. But how?

A honeybee sucks nectar from a Lavender flower Source: AAP / SOPA Images/Sipa USA

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