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Recent Archives

Robot Gaze Aversion

Robot Gaze Aversion

November 2, 20182 min read

Humans relate better to robots that avert their eyes at well-chosen moments.

Bombardier Beetle Buddies

Bombardier Beetle Buddies

November 1, 20181 min read

Do bombardier beetles that stay together, spray together?

Seeking Out Fear

October 31, 20182 min read

The science of human fear is much more complex than is commonly thought.

The Lyrebird’s Dance

October 30, 20182 min read

The superb lyrebird of Australia combines its songs with specific dance moves to create an elaborate courtship ritual.

Creative Dreaming

October 29, 20182 min read

Dreams can be a rich source of creative ideas.

Sea Hare Ink

October 26, 20181 min read

Sea hares defend themselves from predators with colorful ink.

Yo-Yo Dieting

October 25, 20181 min read

A closer look at the effects of yo-yo dieting.

Dad’s Exercise

October 24, 20182 min read

Dads’ exercise habits may affect the health of their offspring.

Dog Vocabulary

October 23, 20182 min read

How much human language does your dog really understand?

Virtual Reality & Empathy

October 22, 20181 min read

Virtual reality experiences could boost empathy.

Spreading Viruses

October 19, 20182 min read

Viruses spread from room to room much more quickly than you might think.

Kangaroos in Trees

October 18, 20182 min read

Tree kangaroos hop up trees instead of swinging through them like monkeys.