Avian Athletes
Scientists are learning from birds’ amazing metabolisms to help human athletes perform better on …
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The Thirsty Brain
Neuroscientists have identified key brain circuits responsible for thirst.
Rescuing Ancient Scrolls
Physicists decipher ancient scrolls that were burned and buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius …
Closed-eye Recall
Closing your eyes helps you remember details, whether or not you feel comfortable doing so.
High Flying Geese
The world’s champion high-altitude migratory bird uses a unique “roller-coaster” flight strategy to …
Dolphins at Play
Dolphins’ seemingly adorable antics may not actually be all fun and games to them.
Birth Year & Obesity
Scientists find that the most well-known genetic marker for human obesity had no effect before the …
Polar Bear Genetics
Melting sea ice is has resulted in a recent northward shift in polar bear genes.
Virtual Bodyswapping & Racial Bias
Virtual “bodyswapping” helps people set aside unconscious biases towards others.
Storm Detecting Birds
Some birds may use their excellent hearing to detect approaching storms.
MRSA Skin Vaccine
Researchers are testing a vaccine against life-threatening antibiotic resistant bacteria.
Feeling Younger, Living Longer
People who feel younger than their chronological age are also less likely to die.