Schizophrenia Virus
A retrovirus embedded in the human genome may contribute to schizophrenia.
Dogs and Fear
Can dogs really sense fear? (You betcha, they pick up on your nonverbal cues.)
Space Perfume
Fragrance from a rose grown on the Space Shuttle is part of a new Shiseido perfume.
Radio Signals
Why can't I get my favorite AM radio station at night? (The FCC requires AM stations to cut power at …
Earthshine
Light reflected from Earth onto the moon can be used to forecast Earth's climate
Northern Moss
Does moss really grow on the north side of trees? (Yes, but not exclusively)
Momma’s Voice
A brain transplant can make a baby chicken respond to the call of a mother quail.
Temperamental Cats
Why do cats sometimes bite when you're petting them? (They get annoyed, but we don't pick up on it.)
Whey Proteins
Proteins in the whey left over from making cheese can be used to make microcapsules
Filtering Fluoride
Is fluoride taken out by a filter- a water filter? (only minute amounts by Brita and Pur charcoal …