Fairy Circles
Mysterious “fairy circles” on African plains are caused by termites, which destroy patches of grass …
Reviving Extinct Species
Using frozen DNA, researchers have created early-stage embryos of an extinct frog.
Podcast for 5 April 2013
LESSONS FROM THE DEAD - Scientists attempt to bring back an extinct frog. Mummies showing signs of …
Psychology Roundup
A new study suggests that mindfulness training can help people stay focused on tasks.
Highly Observant Robots
New robots are learning how to handle objects by watching humans.
Remote Blood Testing
Researchers have developed an implantable blood testing sensor that can monitor blood glucose levels …
Down Syndrome Protein
Deficiency in a key protein may strongly contribute to cognitive impairments in Down Syndrome.
Mummy Heart Disease
Mummies from a variety of different cultures show signs of heart disease.
Podcast for 29 March 2013
EARLY HEALTH - A molecule that could make it possible to jumpstart the newborn immune system. Why …
Microbe Roundup
Fighting disease involves maintaining the healthy populations of microbes that live inside us.
Fragile X Neurons
Fragile X Syndrome, a leading genetic cause of intellectual impairments, may actually result from …
Humidity vs. The Flu
Low humidity may increase the transmissibility of the influenza virus indoors.