The E. Coli Code
Scientists have created a secret fluorescent code by inserting jellyfish genes into E. coli …
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Anti-Magnets
Scientists have designed a theoretical anti-magnet. If it works in practice, it could have profound …
Breath Toxin Detector
Advances in technology have made it possible to develop a hand-held breath test for a wide range of …
Mercury’s Make-up
The MESSENGER spacecraft is revealing new details about the tiny planet’s chemical composition.
Aquarium Fish Aggression
Bigger tanks and richer environments reduce aggression in popular pet fish.
Slick Pitcher Plants
The specialized leaves of carnivorous pitcher plants are inspiring the next generation of …
Kids & Marshmallows Revisited
An update on a landmark experiment probes the neurological roots of delayed gratification.
Rise of the Jellyfish
Giant jellyfish have what it takes to become king of the seas in the future.
Vitamin D & Ethnicity
African-American men living in high latitudes are often deficient in Vitamin D.
Taste Neurons
The brain has special hotspots that are sensitive to each type of taste.