Catherine Griffin : Science World Report

May 27, 2013 07:33 AM EDT

How Galaxies Feed: Cosmic Swirly Straws Suck up Funnels of Fuel

Galaxies form over billions of years, using cosmic material to form planetary bodies. Now, researchers have discovered how these galaxies actually feed; they may employ a cosmic version of swirly straws.

May 27, 2013 06:54 AM EDT

Alien Debris Discovered in Impact Craters: Earth's Moon Has Strange Minerals

Is it possible that there are aliens on the Earth's moon? Scientists have recently discovered strange minerals at the centers of impact craters on the lunar surface.

May 25, 2013 08:35 AM EDT

Cockroaches Avoid Sugar Treats to Outsmart Baited Traps: Insect Evolution

Cockroaches are harmless, but they are pests. They're almost impossible to kill with their hard exoskeleton and fast movements. Now, a strain of cockroaches in Europe has now evolved to outsmart the sugar traps that are used to eradicate them.

May 25, 2013 08:35 AM EDT

Launch Pad for Rent: NASA Leases Out Florida's Launch Complex 39A

NASA is now renting its launch pads in Florida that were once used for the space agency's shuttles.

May 25, 2013 08:35 AM EDT

Simple Vision Test Predicts IQ: Ignoring Distractions Reveals Intelligence (Video)

How do you predict IQ? Apparently you don't need a lengthy written test. A new study reveals that a brief visual task can actually predict a person's intelligence.

May 24, 2013 01:44 PM EDT

Distance Measurement Resolves Mystery of Star System Outbursts

One class of stars undergoes regular outbursts, spewing radio waves into space. Now, researchers have found out a little bit more about these stars. By studying a well-known example, scientists have resolved a major problem in their understanding of this class.

May 24, 2013 12:42 PM EDT

Why Our Early Human Ancestors Took to Two Feet: Evolution of Walking

Why did humans decide to walk on two feet? Good question--and now we may have an answer. Researchers may have discovered how our earliest ancestors developed the ability to walk upright instead of dwelling in trees.

May 24, 2013 12:16 PM EDT

Scientists Measure Universe's Light Since the Big Bang: Evolution of the EBL

Since the Big Bang, the universe has been emitting light. Now, researchers have examined extragalactic background light (EBL) and have measured its evolution over the past five billion years for the very first time.

May 24, 2013 11:03 AM EDT

Anti-Cancer Drug Reverses Alzheimer's Disease in Mice

There may be a breakthrough when it comes to Alzheimer's disease. Scientists have discovered that an anti-cancer drug reverses memory deficits in mice that have the condition. The finding could eventually lead to better treatment in humans.

May 24, 2013 10:33 AM EDT

Archaeologists Uncover 5000 Cave Paintings in Mexico

Archaeologists in Mexico have discovered nearly 5,000 cave paintings in the north-eastern region of Burgos. The find is huge for researchers who are studying the early technological advances of human hunter-gatherer groups.

May 24, 2013 09:46 AM EDT

Top 10 New Species Revealed: Quirky Animals Include Glowing Cockroach

There are a lot of creatures on our planet--and scientists are discovering more every day. Now, they've announced the Top 10 New Species list, which includes a glowing cockroach and a monkey with a blue behind.

May 24, 2013 08:29 AM EDT

Watch Jupiter, Venus and Mercury Tonight! Planets Form Rare Conjunction in Sky (Video)

If you look up at the sky tonight, you may be in for a spectacular treat. A celestial dance between three different planets will occur on Friday and into the weekend. The triple conjunction will include Venus, Jupiter and Mercury--and should make for some great sky gazing.