Gecko Feet
Engineers are trying to imitate the amazing properties of the gecko's toes.
In-Group Altruism
Research with indigenous Papua New Guineans suggests that we have an innate preference for members …
Podcast
A fabric that detects biohazards, an excess of men, the cost of a year of life, stopping train …
Biohazard Wipe
A new fabric can detect just about any biohazard--from E. coli to anthrax--instantly.
Health Care Costs
A new analysis suggests the rising cost of health care may be relatively cheap.
Rail Laser
Lasers may help spot hidden track damage that causes train derailments.
Disease Roundup
Scientists are looking at germs' genes to find their weaknesses.
Podcast
Why caffeine withdrawal hurts, washing help relieve guilt, closing the racial achievement gap in …
Macbeth Effect
Washing your hands really can relieve a guilty conscience, according to new research.