African Fractals
Traditional African architecture contains fractals, patterns that repeat and nest within themselves
M.S. Antibiotic
An antibiotic prevents symptoms of multiple sclerosis in rats
Hair Conditioner
How does conditioner detangle hair? (it coats the hair shaft, smoothing down the cuticle)
Stopping Slime
The cellular mechanism of how biofilm bacteria know they've found a surface.
Modern Leeching
Why are leeches used in modern medicine? (as an artificial vein from amputations)
Odor Emotions
Stopping odors connected to bad memories from triggering negative feelings
Apples and Cancer
A compound in apples prevents rat cells from developing cancer when exposed to a carcinogen
Old Sleepers
Why is it easier for us to doze off while watching TV when we get older? (b/c as we get older, it's …
Yellowstone Volcanoes
Monitoring the hot magma under Yellowstone Park can warn of future volcanic eruptions
Women’s Hair Loss
ÒWhy do we lose our hair? I'm a woman and I'm losing mine. I know it's mostly for men, but …
Aerosols and Climate
Tracking aerosols with satellites helps scientists learn of their environmental effects