Robot Gaze Aversion
Humans relate better to robots that avert their eyes at well-chosen moments.
Bombardier Beetle Buddies
Do bombardier beetles that stay together, spray together?
Seeking Out Fear
The science of human fear is much more complex than is commonly thought.
The Lyrebird’s Dance
The superb lyrebird of Australia combines its songs with specific dance moves to create an elaborate courtship ritual.
Dad’s Exercise
Dads’ exercise habits may affect the health of their offspring.
Virtual Reality & Empathy
Virtual reality experiences could boost empathy.
Spreading Viruses
Viruses spread from room to room much more quickly than you might think.
Kangaroos in Trees
Tree kangaroos hop up trees instead of swinging through them like monkeys.
The 2017 Bee-Clipse
The 2017 total solar eclipse captured the public imagination and taught kids about bees.
Wild Bird Song Learning
A new study shows that birds can learn from recordings in the wild.
Exploring the Exposome
Scientists map our exposure to chemicals and microbes.
Urban Marshes
New York’s urban marshes are suffering from mineral deficiency.
1918 Flu Pandemic Lessons
Scientists are learning from history’s most deadly pandemic.
Giraffe Spot Inheritance
Scientists discover that giraffes inherit their spots.
Skunk Smell
A listener wants to know if skunks are repelled by their own smell.
Altruistic Toddlers
The most helpful toddlers show empathy when they’re infants.