Mom Flu Shot
Vaccinating pregnant women against the flu can also protect their newborns.
Musician Brains
Trained musicians use both sides of their brains more effectively than non-musicians.
Remote Sensing Roundup
New features built into laptops can help scientists detect earthquakes.
Liquid Lens
A lens made from a pair of vibrating water droplets promises fast focusing.
Sled Dog Endurance
Champions of endurance, sled dogs can run for over a thousand miles without fatigue.
Atmospheric Aspirin
Trees release an aspirin-like compound under stress.
Bears in Space Roundup
An amazing animal can survive the extreme conditions of space.
Spider Venom
Scientists discover a new class of chemical compounds in spider venom.
Ethanol Bacteria
A genetically engineered bacterium produces ethanol from cellulose.
Oldest Ant
A scientist discovers the world's oldest living ant species in the Amazon.
Synthetic Tree
A synthetic tree wicks water more effectively than a real plant.
Nutrition Roundup
A naturally-occurring chemical in fruits and vegetables may help you resist the flu.