Alcohol & the Adolescent Brain
Heavy drinking before the age of 25 may lead to lasting changes in parts of the brain critical for …
Hubble’s 25th Birthday
The Hubble Space Telescope has expanded our knowledge of the universe by leaps and bounds in just 25 …
Brain Stimulation & Creativity
Stimulating the brain with mild electrical current may enhance creativity and treat depression.
Vitamin Supplement Risks
Research shows that vitamin pills are no replacement for vitamins in healthful food, and taking too …
Race & School Discipline
Do African American students get labeled as troublemakers more quickly than other students do?
Disaster Science
How can scientists better prepare for natural and man-made disasters?
Dogs & People
Eye contact between dogs and their owners can increase levels of the hormone oxytocin, known for its …
Gut Microbe Diversity
Disease-stopping hygiene practices may also slow the spread of helpful microbes.
Deepwater Horizon Animals
How are animals coping 5 years after the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico?
MESSENGER’s last messages
Before crashing into Mercury’s surface, the MESSENGER spacecraft will capture high-resolution images …
Hearing Vest
A vibrating vest may let people perceive speech through their skin.
Mountain Gorilla Genome
The genome of the critically endangered mountain gorilla provides clues to its genetic past as well …