Nature : Science World Report

Dec 18, 2014 12:39 PM EST

550 Million Year Old Fossils Reveal New Insight into Fossil Formation

Some 550 million year old fossils may be telling researchers a bit more about the process of fossil formation in general. The new discoveries could allow scientists to interpret fossils in a new way, learning a bit more about the ancient creatures that they represent.

Dec 18, 2014 10:00 AM EST

Asteroid that Destroyed the Dinosaurs Nearly Caused Mammals to Become Extinct

The asteroid that caused the dinosaurs to become extinct may have also almost wiped out mammals. Scientists have found that 66 million years ago, many mammals died alongside the dinosaurs.

Dec 18, 2014 07:14 AM EST

NOAA Report Reveals Arctic Temperatures are Rising Twice as Fast as the Rest of Earth

It turns out that the Arctic is getting a bit warmer. A new NOAA-led study reveals that temperatures are rising at more than twice the rate of global air temperatures.

Dec 17, 2014 12:58 PM EST

How Fireflies Light Up the Night: New Technique Reveals Details of the Lantern

Have you ever wondered how fireflies shine? These insects light up summer nights, flashing in patterns to communicate to one another within the darkness. Now, scientists have taken a closer look at this bioluminescence.

Dec 17, 2014 11:20 AM EST

Humpback Whales 'Tick' and 'Tock' to Hunt for Dinner in the Deep Ocean

When it comes to grabbing a quick meal, humpback whales have the ultimate technique. These massive whales navigate the dark waters at the bottom of the sea by "singing" for their supper.

Dec 17, 2014 10:45 AM EST

Ancient DNA Reveals Why Gorilla-sized Lemurs Became Extinct on Madagascar

Ancient DNA may explain why giant lemurs became extinct. Scientists have taken a closer look at the bones and teeth of giant lemurs that lived thousands of years ago and have found a bit more about these now-extinct animals.

Dec 17, 2014 08:08 AM EST

Microplastics Discovered in the World's Deep Seas

Microplastics in the world's oceans are on the rise and now, it seems as if even the deep sea isn't safe. Scientists have found that about four billion microscopic plastic fibers could be littering each square kilometer of deep sea sediment around the world.

Dec 16, 2014 01:20 PM EST

The Rise of Beaver Dams are Changing the World

Beavers may have once been on the verge of extinction, but they're making a comeback--and causing some unseen side effects.

Dec 16, 2014 12:51 PM EST

How You Play May Assess Cognitive Abilities and Underpinnings

The way you play may say a bit about you. Scientists have found that the way in which toys are handled and combined with one another during object play can tell them a lot about the cognitive underpinnings of the species playing with them.

Dec 16, 2014 12:24 PM EST

Wolves are Better at Counting Numbers Than Domesticated Dogs

Scientists have found that wolves are actually able to discriminate between different quantities better than their domesticated cousins.

Dec 16, 2014 09:23 AM EST

How Manmade Clouds Combat Climate Change: Reflecting Sunlight

When it comes to cooling off the planet, clouds have the potential to play a huge role. Now, scientists have identified the most energy-efficient way to make clouds more reflective to the sun, which could help combat climate change.

Dec 16, 2014 07:45 AM EST