Haste vs. Happiness
If you consume something too rapidly, you may enjoy it less than if you space out consumption.
Science Update
Mouse HIV
Mice with human immune systems could speed up the search for an AIDS vaccine.
The Color of Money
The color red may be associated with more aggressive bidding in online auctions.
Robin Hood Rodents
Tropical rodents called agoutis steal cached seeds from each other, and the behavior may have helped …
Archaeology Drone
An unmanned aerial drone maps archaeological sites in minutes instead of years.
Skin Microbes & Immunity
Bacteria that live on our skin support the function of immune cells.
Bowhead Whale Songs
Bowhead whales in the Arctic Ocean sing a large variety songs to communicate with other whales.
Hunter-Gatherer Metabolism
People living as hunter-gatherers burn roughly as many calories per day as those in industrialized …
When Planning Backfires
Planning a major lifestyle change can be a good idea, but only if you feel good about yourself to …
Silk Drug Stabilizer
Silk proteins may allow antibiotics and vaccines to be stored without refrigeration.
World’s Lightest Material
German scientists have created the world's lightest material, which is also among the darkest.