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Feb 19, 2013 08:53 AM EST

Thousands of Dolphins Form 'Mega-Pod' Near San Diego (Video)

Thousands of dolphins formed a mega-pod near San Diego yesterday, surprising tourists on a boat. Check out the video!

Feb 19, 2013 07:17 AM EST

Cushion Plant Helps Other Plants Survive in Harsh Environment

A recent study by researchers from the University of Gothenburg suggests that alpine cushion plants support other plants, to help them survive in the harsh mountain environments.

Feb 19, 2013 05:01 AM EST

Reduction in Arctic Sea Ice Alters Balance of Greenhouse Gases

The widespread reduction in Arctic sea ice is instigating major alterations to the balance of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, reports Lund University.

Feb 18, 2013 01:23 PM EST

Harbor Seals Size up Their Prey Using Whiskers

Seals can use their touch-sensitive whiskers to size up their prey, according to new research.

Feb 17, 2013 07:46 PM EST

Cambodia Reports 7th Bird Flu Victim for 2013

Cambodia has reported a total of seven bird flu cases since the beginning of the year and two patients are in critical condition, reports say.

Feb 17, 2013 07:42 PM EST

Researchers Implant 'Sixth Sense' into Lab Rats [VIDEO]

Researchers from Duke University placed an implant in the brains of the mice and through that, they were able to create animals that could "touch" infrared light, according to the study published in the journal Nature Communications.

Feb 17, 2013 01:42 AM EST

Scientists Identify Gene Mutation Linked to East Asian Physical Features

Scientists have identified a mutation in an important human gene as the source of several distinctive features that make East Asians different from the other races.

Feb 16, 2013 10:19 PM EST

Dolphin Freed from Fishing Line After Getting Tangled

A dolphin was freed from fishing line off the coast of La Jolla, San Diego on Friday morning, according to the Associated Press.

Feb 16, 2013 05:49 PM EST

Biological Super Glue of Mussels Synthesized for Cancer Drug Delivery

When it comes to sticking power under wet conditions, marine mussels are hard to beat. They can adhere to virtually all inorganic and organic surfaces, sustaining their tenacious bonds in saltwater, including turbulent tidal environments.

Feb 16, 2013 12:56 AM EST