Science Update

Predator-Sensing Algae

May 1, 2015

Unicellular plankton turn toxic when they sniff nearby predators.

April 30, 2015

Do people use sugar to deal with stress?

April 29, 2015

Sweet potatoes are a naturally transgenic crop.

April 28, 2015

Heavy drinking before the age of 25 may lead to lasting changes in parts of the brain critical for …

April 27, 2015

The Hubble Space Telescope has expanded our knowledge of the universe by leaps and bounds in just 25 …

April 24, 2015

Stimulating the brain with mild electrical current may enhance creativity and treat depression.

April 23, 2015

Research shows that vitamin pills are no replacement for vitamins in healthful food, and taking too …

April 22, 2015

Do African American students get labeled as troublemakers more quickly than other students do?

April 21, 2015

How can scientists better prepare for natural and man-made disasters?

April 20, 2015

Eye contact between dogs and their owners can increase levels of the hormone oxytocin, known for its …