Information Inventory
Scientists have estimated the total amount of information transmitted and stored by humans.
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Attack Squid
A newly discovered pheromone instantly sends male squids into a fighting frenzy.
Popularity & Bullying
Kids tend to get more aggressive as they get more popular – up to a point.
Braille Brains
The same area of the brain is activated whether you’re a blind person reading Braille with your …
Micro Musical Instrument
Engineers have developed the first micro-instrument that plays audible music.
Hand Choice
Magnetically stimulating one part of the brain affects which hand people use for a task.
Extreme Longevity
Researchers have identified some genetic similarities in people who live for over 100 years.
Google Crater
Scientists have found a previously undiscovered meteorite impact crater using Google Earth.
Ecosystem Engineers
Termites drive the fertility of the African savanna ecosystem.
Smoking Vaccine
Researchers are testing a vaccine that could block the pleasurable effects of smoking.
Forgery-Foiling Butterflies
The colors that make up some butterfly wings could help foil forgery.