Catherine Griffin : Science World Report

May 26, 2014 06:51 AM EDT

Failed Dwarf Galaxy Wrapped in Dark Matter Survives Deadly Collision with Milky Way

Astronomers have spotted a high-velocity hydrogen cloud hurtling toward the Milky Way that appears to be encased in a shell of dark matter.

May 24, 2014 12:24 PM EDT

Scientists Hunt for Alternatives to BPA: How Safe are They for Your Health?

Scientists are finding alternatives for BPA, which could help develop safer products in the future. But how safe are these new alternatives?

May 24, 2014 11:49 AM EDT

Forest Fungi May be Taking Advantage of Trees: Symbiotic Relationship Theory Questioned

The long-held theory that there exists a symbiotic relationship between trees and the fungi that grow on their roots may not be as mutually beneficial as once believed.

May 24, 2014 11:33 AM EDT

New Molecule May Combat Dangerous Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria Biofilms

Scientists have made a promising find when it comes to combating antibiotic-resistant bacteria. They've discovered a molecule that prevents bacteria from forming biofilms, which is a frequent cause of infections.

May 23, 2014 10:59 AM EDT

Tiny Muscles in Bat Wings Fine-Tune Amazing Flights

Bats are excellent flyers, soaring through the night skies as they quickly maneuver to catch insects or feed on fruit. Now, scientists have found that bats have a capability within their wings that may explain how they fine-tune their flight.

May 23, 2014 10:26 AM EDT

Scientists Borrow Inspiration from Nature to Create Next Generation Flying Robots

Flying robots aren't a thing of the future; they're something that scientists are already creating. Researchers have taken tips from nature in order to build the next generation of tiny, flying robots.

May 23, 2014 09:45 AM EDT

California Central Valley's Winter Fog Drastically Declines: Trouble for Fruit and Nut Crops

Scientists have found that California's winter tule fog, which is needed by fruit and nut trees, has declined dramatically over the past three decades due to climate change.

May 23, 2014 09:14 AM EDT

Scientists Discover the Obesity Gene Linked to Increased Weight Gain

Could there be a gene for obesity? Apparently, there is. Scientists have discovered that a gene commonly linked to obesity, called FTO, can contribute to weight gain.

May 23, 2014 08:41 AM EDT

Scientists Uncover Secrets of Earth's Lower Mantle: New Mineral Composition Discovered

Scientists have discovered that the composition of Earth's lower mantle may be significantly different than previously thought, which could help inform future research about how our planet works.

May 23, 2014 08:22 AM EDT

Blocking Pain Receptors May Extend Life and Encourage a Youthful Metabolism

Scientists have found that blocking a pain receptor not only extends lifespan, but also can cause a more youthful metabolism--at least where mice are concerned.

May 23, 2014 07:52 AM EDT

Hearing Light: New Technique Converts T-Rays into Sound Waves

Can you imagine hearing light? That's exactly what a new device does. The technology "listens" for light waves and could help open up the last frontier of the electromagnetic spectrum-the terahertz range.

May 23, 2014 07:31 AM EDT

Amazon Rainforest Threatened by Devastating Human Impacts: Fires and Logging

Scientists have discovered that the human impact on the Amazon rainforest has been grossly underestimated, and that the ecosystem may be in some serious danger.