Dolphin Name Game
Each bottlenose dolphin makes up its own signature whistle early in life that functions much like a …
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False Memories
The brain creates – and then reinforces – memories of events that never really happened.
Internal Brain Maps
To find their way around, animals have specialized neurons that fire in response to specific …
Avian Athletes
Scientists are learning from birds’ amazing metabolisms to help human athletes perform better on …
Bears & Ants
Bears’ fondness for six-legged snacks is shaping a mountain ecosystem.
Closed-eye Recall
Closing your eyes helps you remember details, whether or not you feel comfortable doing so.
Radon Exposure
The chemical radon causes lung cancer, and it’s found in many homes. Fortunately, it’s easy to test …
Magnetic Sea Turtles
Loggerhead sea turtles use the Earth’s magnetic fields to find their way back to the beaches where …
Expansion Microscopy
Technology used to absorb water in diapers is also being used to blow up tiny tissues to make them …