Parrot Mimicry Circuit
A newly discovered brain structure in parrots hints at new mechanisms in brain evolution.
Frog Hibernation
Hibernation is the key to getting an endangered frog species to breed in captivity.
Distressed Aquifers
Earth’s backup freshwater supplies are in peril, according to satellite images.
Bacterial Clocks
Splicing internal clock genes from one species of bacteria into another could lead to a novel way of …
The Trouble with R
The letter “R” is one of the hardest sounds we learn to pronounce; now scientists think they’ve …
Tissue Regeneration
A single drug may help regenerate lost or damaged tissue.
Human-Induced Earthquakes
What’s behind the sudden surge in earthquakes in the middle of the United States?
Wi-Fi Power
New microelectronic devices may get their energy through Wi-Fi signals.
Animal Oceanographers
While going about their daily routines, marine animals outfitted with sensors can collect data on …
Tracking Ocean Animals
Aquatic animal tracking via satellite telemetry leads to surprising discoveries about long-distance …
Insomnia Therapy
For people who can’t sleep, cognitive behavioral therapy could be an effective alternative to drugs.