Technology vs. Reading
Chinese children's reading development has gone downhill since electronic communication technologies …
Science Update
Plants Smell Danger
A type of plant can sense mating chemicals from fruit flies, and builds up its defenses when it …
Birdsong Bluster
Female songbirds sometimes have a hard time separating truly worthy male crooners from the …
Neolithic Woodworking
The discovery of ancient wooden wells in Germany reveals that Neolithic woodworking was more …
Detachable Gecko Tails
Gecko tails fall off along pre-determined lines.
Tree-Climbing People
The Twa people of Uganda climb trees with ease. A new study suggests that the trait may be the …
Comet Encounters
A newly discovered comet will be visible from earth this fall.
Your Brain on Fructose
A brain imaging study supports growing evidence linking fructose to weight gain.
Stressed-out Scallops
Scientists can assess the health of marine ecosystems by recording the coughing sounds made by …
Hot Flash Neurons
Scientists have identified neurons in the brain that trigger hot flashes during menopause.
Smartphone Allergy Tester
Smartphones with a small device attached can be used to test for food allergies.
Fatty Acid Fuels
Modifying the digestive process of bacteria could produce a useful fuel from common fats.