Catherine Griffin : Science World Report

Nov 17, 2014 11:20 AM EST

Physicists Create Quantum Whirlpool with a Spiral Laser Beam

Physicists have made a breakthrough with lasers. They've engineered a spiral laser beam and used it to create a whirlpool of hybrid light-matter particles called polaritons.

Nov 17, 2014 10:40 AM EST

Less Sex and More Vegetables May Lead to a Longer Life

When it comes to lizards, the secret to a longer life may be less sex and more greens. Scientists have discovered that reduced reproductive rates and a plant-rich diet increased the lifespan of reptiles.

Nov 17, 2014 09:55 AM EST

Mexican Farmers Spread 3000 Tons of Pesticide Over Corn: GMOs the Answer?

Is there a way to reduce pesticide use? Scientists believe that insect-resistant maize could be the answer

Nov 17, 2014 09:27 AM EST

Rosetta's Philae Comet Lander Earns Rest After Completing Primary Science Mission

Rosetta's Philae lander has now officially completed its primary science mission after nearly 57 hours on a comet. Now, it's earned a well-deserved rest. Philae is now hibernating after its power was rapidly depleted.

Nov 17, 2014 08:11 AM EST

Couples Transfer 80 Million Bacteria with a Single Kiss

Scientists have found that as many as 80 million bacteria are transferred during a 10 second kiss.

Nov 15, 2014 04:48 AM EST

What if You Could Remember Everything? Total Recall Explored with New Molecule

Imagine being able to remember everything you saw and heard. It might be possible. Scientists have identified a molecule that puts a brake processing and when removed, actually improves brain function and memory recall.

Nov 15, 2014 04:47 AM EST

New Mission May Discover Hundreds of Black Holes Throughout the Universe

A new mission may just discover hundreds of new black holes throughout the universe.

Nov 15, 2014 04:46 AM EST

Global Warming Isn't Just a Blanket: In the Long Term, It's Tanning Oil for the Planet

When it comes to global warming, we may be dealing with tanning oil rather than a blanket. Scientists have taken a closer look at what happens to the planet under climate change and have found that instead of slow warming, we may be dealing with something a bit more complicated.

Nov 14, 2014 12:24 PM EST

The Summer of 2014 Heralded the Warmest Oceans Ever Recorded

It turns out that this past summer may have experienced the highest ocean temperatures ever recorded. Scientists have announced that the summer saw the highest global mean sea surface temperatures to date.

Nov 14, 2014 12:02 PM EST

Global Warming May Cause Stronger El Niño Events in the Future

It turns out that El Niño may be making a few appearances in the future. Scientists have found that the ocean is warming steadily and is setting the stage for stronger El Niño weather events in the future.

Nov 14, 2014 11:41 AM EST