Social Status Genes
When a female monkey’s rank changes, thousands of her genes are affected.
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Spoiled Milk
A listener asks why milk goes bad more quickly than other beverages.
Raven Relationships
Ravens remember other ravens as friendly or adversarial, even years later.
Sizing Up Weapons
People think others are larger and stronger if they’re holding a weapon in their hands.
Runaway Planets
Under some circumstances, planets could be thrown out of the galaxy at tremendous speed.
Sewage Power
Microbial fuel cells, which clean wastewater and generate electricity, are getting closer to …
Gardening Birds
Male Spotted Bowerbirds unintentionally cultivate ornamental plants while attempting to woo the …
T. Rex’s Feathered Cousin
Paleontologists discover a cousin of T. Rex in China – that had feathers.
Body Clock Reset
Adjusting a mouse's body clock improves its metabolism and promotes weight loss.
Baby Goat Accents
Baby goats’ baas may contain a hidden message for their herdmates.
Room Bacteria
Just by entering a room, you stir up millions of microorganisms.
