Catherine Griffin : Science World Report

Nov 09, 2013 08:59 AM EST

New Genetic Patterns Revealed in Humans: Diverse DNA Mutations

Each person is different, so it shouldn't surprise us that our DNA is also extremely diverse. Scientists, though, have found that DNA might show a bit more diversity than expected. They've found that one person can have several DNA mutations in parts of their body, with their original DNA in the res...

Nov 08, 2013 01:37 PM EST

NASA GRAIL Mission Reveals True Nature of the Moon's Craters

NASA's Gravity Recovery and Interior Laboratory (GRAIL) mission has revealed new insight into how the face of the moon received its rugged looks. It's found out a little bit more about the asymmetric distribution of lunar impact basins, which reveals a bit more about the history of the moon.

Nov 08, 2013 12:41 PM EST

Giant Black Hole Mergers Don't Make a Big Splash

Giant black holes pepper our universe, tucked inside galaxies as they pair up and merge with other black holes. These massive bodies dance around each other in close embraces, sending out gravitational waves that ripple space and time themselves. Now, scientists have reached a milestone by discoveri...

Nov 08, 2013 11:26 AM EST

NASA Captures Image of Super-Typhoon Haiyan Lashing Southern Philippines

A massive typhoon lashed the central and southern Philippines on Nov. 7, bringing with it sustained winds of a Category 5 hurricane. Now, NASA has revealed visible, infrared and microwave satellite data to forecasters, revealing just how severe this super-typhoon is as it moves toward the west.

Nov 08, 2013 10:41 AM EST

Rare New Species of Carolina Hammerhead Shark Discovered

Discovering a new species may seem like an uncommon occurrence in our modern world. Yet scientists have now announced that they've discovered a new species of rare shark, the Carolina hammerhead.

Nov 08, 2013 09:39 AM EST

Scientists Discover Possible Way to Regrow Soft Tissues: Capturing the Ability to Heal

Repairing tissues is almost effortless in young animals, and children often heal more easily than adults. Learning how to capture this healing ability in the elderly, though, has long been a focus of research. Now, scientists may have discovered a way to do so.

Nov 08, 2013 08:36 AM EST

Autism Evident in Early Infancy by Tracking Eye Movements

Identifying autism early can make all of the difference in a child's life. Parents can begin treatment far earlier which could greatly improve the child's quality of life. Now, scientists have discovered that eye contact during early infancy may be a key to this early identification.

Nov 08, 2013 08:22 AM EST

Scientists Prepare for Climate Change and its Risks with New Studies

It's more important than ever to prepare for climate change. Already, our environment has been altered due to the burning of fossil fuels, deforestation and large-scale agriculture. Now, scientists have urged the development of studies needed to manage climate risks and capitalize on unexpected oppo...

Nov 08, 2013 07:41 AM EST

Earth Has No Special Place in the Universe: Cosmic Growth Explained

Earth apparently has no special place in the universe--at least not when it comes to the cosmic growth of the system. Scientists have ruled out a controversial theory that the accelerating expansion of the universe is an illusion.

Nov 07, 2013 01:16 PM EST

Newborn Baby's Susceptibility to Infection Explained by Gut Bacteria

There may be a reason behind a newborn infant's susceptibility to infection. It turns out that cells that allow helpful bacteria to safely colonize intestines of newborns also suppress their immune systems to make them more vulnerable to infections because their immune system cells are immature or u...

Nov 07, 2013 11:04 AM EST

Two Cups of Wild Blueberries May be a Superfood for Those with Metabolic Syndrome

Most people are aware that blueberries are healthy. But exactly how healthy are they? More and more evidence has stacked up to show the health benefits of these berries. Now, scientists have found a little bit more to add to the pile.

Nov 07, 2013 10:25 AM EST

Rare New Microbe Discovered in Two Spacecraft Clean Rooms: Surviving in Space

Scientists have discovered a new rare microbe on Earth that not only survives on very little to eat, but may also hitch a ride into space. Now, they're looking at this microbe a bit more closely after finding it in two spacecraft clean rooms in Florida and South America.