Gifted & Overlooked
New research shows that gifted and talented programs overlook qualified black and Hispanic kids.
Science Update
Musician’s Dystonia
Neuroscientists are looking for the roots of musician’s dystonia, a condition similar to writer’s …
Older Minds
The poorly focused mind may hold advantages in some kinds of problem-solving.
Robotic Motivation
A human-powered robotic exoskeleton could help stroke patients stay motivated during rehab.
Hurricanes & Heart Attacks
Did Hurricane Katrina increase heart attacks in New Orleans?
The Ticklish Brain
Researchers find that tickled rats display complex emotional responses similar to those of children.
Genome Analysis
Scientists strive to mine meaningful information out of an avalanche of genetic data.
Transdermal Drug Delivery
Cold plasma may open up the skin to no-needle drug delivery.