Armadillo Vision
The armadillo’s poor eyesight is helping researchers understand the genes behind certain forms of …
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Teenagers & Autism
Autistic teens and infants at risk for autism share a heightened interest in looking at objects.
Endangered Whale Detector
Engineers are developing “whale detectors” to help ships avoid striking them.
Spiders in Cars
Spiders in air conditioners have prompted a recall of over 800,000 Toyota vehicles.
Caterpillar Engineers
Caterpillars build tiny “houses” that shelter other creatures as well.
Space Elevator
Could a “space elevator” carry supplies to the International Space Station?
Mountain Legacy Project
Scientists are using the science of computer vision to document climate change in the Rocky …
Octopus Life & Death
Octopuses have an unusual reproductive strategy: they die soon after mating.
Email Spam
Email spammers use disorienting techniques to get you to click on their links.
Ocean Quadcopter
A tiny but rugged unmanned helicopter helps researchers collect data in the stormy North Atlantic.
Ships to Reefs
Sinking old warships creates new habitats for marine species.