Nanosponges
“Nanosponges” in the bloodstream could mop up toxins from bacteria, bees, or snakes.
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Comet Encounters
A newly discovered comet will be visible from earth this fall.
Cold Viruses vs. Cancer
Scientists hope to design viruses that fight cancer.
Earth Microbiome
The Earth Microbiome Project is an unprecedented effort to study microbial communities around the …
Quantum Computing
Quantum computing harnesses strange properties of atoms and particles and could revolutionize the …
Robin Hood Rodents
Tropical rodents called agoutis steal cached seeds from each other, and the behavior may have helped …
Martian Carbon
Researchers have discovered organic carbon in meteorites from Mars.
Comet Harpoon
NASA scientists are testing a harpoon that could bring back samples from comets.
Comet Harpoon
NASA scientists are testing a harpoon that could bring back samples from comets.
Mass Incarceration
Federal surveys of unemployment and high school drop-out rates don’t take into account the growing …
Early Tide Maps
A group of 19th century scientists mapped the world’s tides, making the oceans safer for seafaring.
Contagious Yawns
Both humans and chimpanzees can’t resist the urge to yawn when others do.