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Ganymede
Mar 12, 2015 02:03 PM EDT

Jupiter's Moon, Ganymede May Have a Massive, Underground Ocean That Impacts Aurorae

After watching aurorae glowing above Jupiter's moon, Ganymede, scientists believe that the world may possess an underground ocean.

Swine Flu
Mar 12, 2015 01:36 PM EDT

Swine Flu Outbreak in India May Carry Dangerous New Mutations

Scientists are taking a closer look at a flu strain from India and have discovered that it may have acquired mutations that make it more dangerous than previously circulating strains of the H1N1 influenza virus.

Enceladus
Mar 12, 2015 01:01 PM EDT

Saturn's Icy Moon, Enceladus, May Harbor Hydrothermal Activity

NASA's Cassini spacecraft has revealed some startling new findings about Saturn's moon, Enceladus. It's shown that the moon exhibits signs of hydrothermal activity, which may be similar to what is seen in the deep oceans on Earth.

Ants
Mar 12, 2015 09:52 AM EDT

How the Environment, Not Necessarily Genetics, Controls Size in Ants

Scientists have looked at ants and have found a key mechanism by which environmental factors influence the expression of traits that range from height to color to weight.

Libya
Mar 12, 2015 09:17 AM EDT

Newly Unearthed Fossils in Libya Reveal Clues to Human and Mammal Evolution

Recently discovered fossils in Libya may tell us a bit more about our own evolution.

Rhizomys pruinosus
Mar 12, 2015 08:29 AM EDT

Asian Monsoon Rains Drove the Evolution of Mammals

Scientists have taken a closer look at the South Asian monsoon and have found that it may have been a major contributor to how mammals look and act today in the region.

Observatory
Mar 12, 2015 07:40 AM EDT

The Milky Way Galaxy is More Than 50 Percent Larger Than First Estimated

It turns out that the Milky Way galaxy is a bit larger than expected. After re-examining the data from the Sloan Digital Sky Survey, scientists have found that our galaxy is at least 50 percent larger than commonly estimated.

Neanderthal
Mar 12, 2015 06:39 AM EDT

Neanderthals May Have Created Eagle Talon Jewelry 130,000 Years Ago

Humans aren't the only species that appreciate jewelry. It turns out that Neanderthals may have also worn these decorations.

The Earth
Mar 12, 2015 06:21 AM EDT

The Anthropocene Epoch Began When Humans Dominated Earth in 1610

It turns out that the Anthropocene, which is the human-dominated epoch that has helped change our world, began around the year 1610.

Ara Constellation
Mar 12, 2015 06:08 AM EDT

VLT Captures Stunning New Image of Baby Stars in the Constellation Ara

Scientists have captured a spectacular new image of the southern constellation of Ara with the help of the VLT Survey Telescope in Chile.

Water Droplet
Mar 11, 2015 07:54 PM EDT

Liquid Shape-Shifting Drop Moves On Its Own Accord (Video)

Scientists have made a liquid metal drop that can actually propel itself through liquid and change shape to fit through any narrow passage.

Social Isolation Disrupts Myelin Production
Mar 11, 2015 07:18 PM EDT

Social Isolation Could Kill You: Is It Just As Deadly As Obesity?

If you like being alone, then watch out. Excessive "me-time" can be deadly, according to new research by scientists at Brigham Young University.

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