News

Smith Cloud Enters Into The Milky Way
Jan 28, 2016 04:35 PM EST

Giant Gas Cloud Is Heading Toward The Milky Way

Researchers found that a giant gas cloud known as the "Smith Cloud" is heading for the Milky Way's disk.

Monarch Butterfly
Jan 28, 2016 03:51 PM EST

Monarch Butterfly Wings Reveal Clues to Their Birthplaces

Scientists may have found a bit more about California's overwintering monarch butterflies.

Octopus
Jan 28, 2016 03:35 PM EST

The Octopus Uses Shifting Colors to Live a Rich Social Life

The octopus may be far more social than you might think.

European Eel- 'Anguilla anguilla'
Jan 28, 2016 03:25 PM EST

Underwater Noise Impacts Fish Species, Human Activities Are Major Contributors

Study finds that underwater noises increases stress among eels and European sea-bass.

Healthy Snacks That Everyone Should Have In Their Pantry
Jan 28, 2016 03:18 PM EST

Healthy Selections For Food Pantries, Researchers Examine Low Cost Techniques

A researcher examines new, inexpensive techniques for healthy selections at food pantries.

Zebra Finch
Jan 28, 2016 03:14 PM EST

Birds' Magnetic Compass During Migration is Drastically Impacted by Polarized Light

It turns out that the magnetic compass that birds use to orient themselves may be impacted by polarized light.

Jupiter
Jan 28, 2016 02:50 PM EST

Ancient Babylonian Clay Tablets Reveal People Used Astronomical Geometry to Chart Jupiter

Ancient clay tablets reveal that Babylonians actually managed to use geometry to calculate the position of Jupiter.

Elderly Couple
Jan 28, 2016 02:30 PM EST

'Lifespan Machine' Investigates the Causes of Aging

Researchers have found patterns in the randomness that provide clues into the biological basis of aging.

Queen Bees Are Control Freaks
Jan 28, 2016 01:49 PM EST

How Do Queen Bees And Ants Control Princesses? Study Reveals Findings

Researchers found that queen bees and ants release a chemical that alters the DNA of their daughters, which keeps them sterile and as industrious workers of the colony.

New Injectable Approved Drug To Treat Schizophrenia.
Jan 28, 2016 01:39 PM EST

'Schizophrenia Gene' Discovery May Bring New Treatments For Mental Illness

A new study published in the journal Nature examines a gene that may increase the risk of schizophrenia.

Rainforest
Jan 28, 2016 01:24 PM EST

How to Stop Climate Change: Intact Nature is the Key

Intact nature may actually be the best defense against climate change.

New Chameleom Species: 'Kinyongia msuyae'
Jan 28, 2016 01:06 PM EST

New Chameleon Species Emerges From Jungles of Tanzania

Scientists have discovered a new species of chameleon in Tanzania. The newly found chameleon was identified as 'Kinyongia msuyae.'

Real Time Analytics