Grandfathers & Telomeres
Men that sire children later in life may pass on an advantage to their grandchildren.
Cancer-Fighting Bacteria
Genetically modified L. acidophilus bacteria reverse colon cancer in mice.
Energy Roundup
Scientists are developing brain implants powered by the body’s own sugars.
Modern Bloodletting
Giving blood regularly may have cardiovascular benefits for people with metabolic syndrome.
Spinal Cord Comeback
Researchers are using novel methods to make paralyzed rats walk again.
Wide Angle Mirror
A mathematician has designed a wide-angle driver's side mirror that doesn't distort shapes.
Mutiny on the Migraine
Descendants of “The Mutiny on the Bounty” are providing new clues to the genetics of migraine headaches.
Drugs from Nature Roundup
Medical researchers tackle deadly diseases with the help of worms and poppies.
Time-Restricted Eating
Mice that eat only during certain hours avoid obesity and related health problems – even on a high-fat diet.
Antiviral Pigs
The mucus in pig stomachs contains plentiful anti-viral proteins.
Overcoming Arachnophobia
Peoples’ brain activity changes permanently when they overcome a phobia.
Insect Roundup
To protect tiny machines from hidden dangers, engineers are getting inspiration from insects.
Thought-Controlled Robot
Two patients with near-total paralysis have learned to control a robotic arm with their thoughts.
Inheriting Anxiety
The great-grandchildren of rats given a fungicide were more stressed-out and anxious than other rats.
Martian Carbon
Researchers have discovered organic carbon in meteorites from Mars.
Psychopaths’ Brains
Specific brain abnormalities distinguish true psychopaths from other violent criminals.
Psychology Roundup
Viewing photos of men and women upside down affects our ability to recognize what’s in the picture.
Squid & Zebrafish Camouflage
Squid and zebrafish are models for new smart camouflage materials.
Bilingual Hearing
Does speaking a second language change the way your brain works?
Yeast on Zoloft
The antidepressant Zoloft affects cell membranes in yeast, which lack the brain chemical the drug targets.
Self-Disclosure
How the brain's reward system makes sharing personal information on social media so compelling.