Writing the Brain
Scientists have pinpointed the brain region responsible for efficient reading, writing and spelling.
Mountaintop Removal Mining
Mountaintop removal mining has long-term consequences for the environment and human health.
Disappointing Ginkgo
Researchers report that ginkgo biloba is ineffective against cognitive decline in older adults.
Podcast
MEDICINE: Alzheimer's in the eye, artificial red blood cells, and a microbial Achilles' heel. Also: …
Microbe Fighting Roundup
A new nasal vaccine could combat malaria.
Gelatin Source
Reality Check investigates the urban legend that gelatin is made from cow hooves.
Food Fraud Fighters
Two high school students expose food-labeling fraud using a simple DNA technique.
Podcast
THE FOOD SHOW - High school students expose food fraud in New York City. Does gelatin really come …
Bone Roundup
Scientists unravel genetic clues that may explain why most of our bones lose density over time, but …
Volcanoes on Mercury
Ancient volcanoes found on the planet mercury challenge assumptions about the planet's chemical …