Catherine Griffin : Science World Report

Jul 03, 2014 09:30 AM EDT

Saturn's Moon Titan Has an Ocean as Salty as Earth's Dead Sea

NASA's Cassini has uncovered some startling new findings when it comes to Saturn's moon, Titan. It turns out that the massive sea within the moon may be as salty as Earth's very own Dead Sea.

Jul 03, 2014 07:14 AM EDT

Combating Deforestation Could Have Consequences for Tropical Forests

Combating deforestation and degradation could lead to bad outcomes. Scientists have found that efforts to restore forests can actually go awry if the people making the plans of action don't choose wisely.

Jul 03, 2014 07:00 AM EDT

Speeding Comet for Rosetta Mission Releases 2 Cups of Water Every Second

Scientists are learning a bit more about Comet 67P/Churyumov-Garasimenko. It turns out that the comet is releasing the equivalent of two glasses of water into space every second as it speeds along its path.

Jul 03, 2014 06:34 AM EDT

NASA Reveals Black Hole Fireworks Spark in Nearby Galaxy

Dazzling lights and booming shockwaves may be the order for this Fourth of July weekend, but these spectacular sights may not just be occurring here on Earth.

Jul 03, 2014 06:14 AM EDT

Liquid Water Could Form on the Surface of Mars

Could there actually be water on the surface of Mars? It's possible, according to a new study.

Jul 03, 2014 05:50 AM EDT

What Happens in the Female Brain During Courtship and Mating?

When a female chooses a mate, complex processes occur in her brain. But how does this differ from males, and what processes exactly are involved?

Jul 03, 2014 05:37 AM EDT

Extinct, Ancient Human Cousin Gave Tibetans the Gene to Survive at High Altitudes

Scientists have found that Tibetans possess this ability thanks to a gene that they picked up when their ancient ancestors mated with a species of human they helped pushed to extinction.

Jul 02, 2014 12:40 PM EDT

Reinterpreting Mysterious Dark Matter: Scientist Unveils New Theory

Scientists have taken a closer look at mysterious dark matter and its role when it comes to the formation of galaxies and the structure of the universe.

Jul 02, 2014 11:37 AM EDT

Exotic, Invasive Plant Species Impact the Ability of Soils to Store Carbon

Researchers have found that exotic plants, such as Japanese knotweed, can actually accelerate the greenhouse effect by affecting the ability of soil to store greenhouse gases.

Jul 02, 2014 10:55 AM EDT

ESO Telescope Captures Stunning New Image of Star Formation Region, Gum 15

Astronomers have captured a stunning new image of the star formation region Gum 15 with the help of the MPG/ESO 2.2-meter telescope at the La Silla Observatory in Chile.

Jul 02, 2014 10:36 AM EDT

Caribbean Coral Reefs May Disappear in 20 Years: Can Decline be Reversed by Saving Parrotfish?

Caribbean coral reefs are facing steep decline. In fact, only about one-sixth of the original coral cover is left in these warm seas. Now, scientists have found that these reefs may completely disappear in the next 20 years.

Jul 02, 2014 10:00 AM EDT

Kangaroos Walk with a Fifth 'Leg': The Powerful Tail of a Grazing Mammal

Kangaroos are known for their powerful tails and legs that allow them to leap quickly across the landscape. But when these animals are grazing on all fours, their tail isn't extraneous. Instead, researchers have found that it acts as a fifth leg.