Medieval Leprosy
Researchers have reconstructed the entire genome of Medieval-era leprosy bacteria.
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The Lyrebird’s Dance
The superb lyrebird of Australia combines its songs with specific dance moves to create an elaborate …
Bombs & Brain Cells
Nuclear testing in the mid 20th century is helping scientists understand how the brain makes new …
Vegetable Rhythms
Keeping produce on a normal day/night schedule could improve its nutritional value.
IQ & Motion Detection
The ability to track the motion of small objects is surprisingly well-correlated with IQ.
Microbe Roundup
Microscopic organisms represent a vast, unexplored territory for biologists trying to understand the …
Precise Negotiations
Using precise numbers may give you an advantage in negotiations.
Toucans & Trees
When large animals like toucans are removed from tropical rainforests, the trees suffer.
Mars Mission Radiation
Scientists have calculated how much radiation astronauts would face on a manned Mars mission – and …
Climate Change Ship
Ocean temperature records from a ship that circumnavigated the globe 135 years ago confirm global …