Catherine Griffin : Science World Report

Feb 06, 2015 07:31 AM EST

The Universe's First Stars are Millions of Years Younger Than Previously Thought

Stars may actually be younger than astronomers first thought. The latest data release from the ESA satellite Planck consortium reveals that star formation in our universe may be relatively recent.

Feb 06, 2015 07:30 AM EST

Seafloor Volcano Pulses May Impact Earth's Climate

It turns out that seafloor volcanoes may cause climate change. Scientists have taken a closer look at the way seafloor volcanoes flare up from time to time and have found that the pulses may actually help trigger natural climate swings.

Feb 06, 2015 07:08 AM EST

Tiny Termites Hold Back Entire Deserts from Spreading to Savannas and Grasslands

Termites may be able to hold back entire deserts. Scientists have taken a closer look at these insects and have found that their large dirt mounds are crucial when it comes to stopping the spread of deserts into semi-arid ecosystems and agricultural lands.

Feb 06, 2015 06:32 AM EST

Emerald Green Sea Slug Steals Genes from Algae to Photosynthesize Like a Plant

A brilliant-green sea slug can manage to live for months at a time without swallowing a morsel. Instead, it lives off of sunlight, like a plant. Now, scientists have figured out exactly how this sea slug managed the extraordinary feat.

Feb 05, 2015 11:05 AM EST

Tropical Wasps Attack Intruder Insects with Unfamiliar Faces

It turns out that like humans, wasps don't like an unfamiliar face. Scientists have found that a species of tropical wasps can memorize the faces of members of their colony and then attack any individual with an unfamiliar face.

Feb 05, 2015 10:40 AM EST

Geek Gadgets: Top Five Geek-Chic Jewelry Pieces for This Valentine's Day

If you want to impress the scientist in your life this Valentine's Day, you may want to grab some of this bling. For this week's "Geek Gadgets," we've picked the top five pieces of science-related jewelry.

Feb 05, 2015 10:27 AM EST

New Technique May Enhance the 'Wonder Material' Graphene: Winding Borders

There may be a new technique to enhance graphene. Scientists have found that a winding thread of odd rings at the border of two sheets of graphene has qualities that could be valuable to manufacturers.

Feb 05, 2015 10:16 AM EST

Neanderthals' Gradual Disappearance from Existence Hints at Climate Shifts

Neanderthals existed at the same time as humans but eventually these hominids became extinct. Now, scientists have taken a closer look at Neanderthals to find out exactly when they disappeared from existence.

Feb 05, 2015 09:25 AM EST

Smart Pigeons Learn the Same Way Human Children Do

Pigeons aren't such bird brains after all. Although their brains are no bigger than the tip of an index finger, pigeons can learn the same way that human children can.

Feb 05, 2015 08:33 AM EST

Too Much Jogging May be Bad for Your Health and Longevity

Take it easy when you go jogging. Scientists have taken a closer look at runners and have found that jogging may be best in small quantities when it comes to your health.

Feb 05, 2015 08:04 AM EST

Scientists Genetically Modify Plant to Resist Drought to Combat Climate Change

Climate change is causing drought to be more likely in the breadbasket of the U.S. Now, though, researchers may have found a way to counteract this type of drought.

Feb 05, 2015 07:22 AM EST

Ancient Fossils of South America's Oldest Monkeys Reveal Evolutionary Origins in Africa

For millions of years, South America was isolated from the rest of the world-a type of island continent. Despite its isolation, animals managed to arrive on the landmass, such as monkeys and rodents. Now, scientists have discovered the origins of monkeys in South America.