Cooling from Nature
Engineers are designing more efficient cooling systems inspired by physical processes in nature.
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Four-Legged Snakes
A fossil of a four-legged snake links snakes with their lizard ancestors.
Virtual Reality for Spiders
Virtual reality helps researchers study animal behavior and learning.
AI Psychologists
Can computer programs help people feel more comfortable sharing their personal problems?
Bright Clouds
Marine microorganisms make clouds brighter and more reflective.
Music & Literacy
Neuroscientists find that music class can boost students’ reading proficiency.
Plankton Eyeball
Scientists take a close look at a single-celled organism with a complex eye
Dreaming During Development
REM sleep shapes the brain by replaying the day’s experiences.