Catherine Griffin : Science World Report

Apr 24, 2013 03:14 PM EDT

JWST Could Detect Extraterrestrial Life Near Dying Stars Within a Decade

We may find a planet that's capable of supporting life within the decade. Researchers have discovered that the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) set to be launched in 2018 could conceivably detect oxygen and water in the atmosphere of an Earth-like planet after only a few hours of observation time.

Apr 24, 2013 01:54 PM EDT

New Ultra-Strong and Ultra-Tough Nanofibers Created by Materials Engineers

Fibers are usually tough or strong; they normally can't be both. Now, engineers have developed a structural nanofiber that is both tough and strong.

Apr 24, 2013 01:13 PM EDT

New Species of 'Invisible' Fairyfly Insect Discovered and Named Tinkerbella

They may be called "fairyflies," but they certainly don't look like Tinkerbell. Researchers have discovered a new species that, despite its appearance, they've dubbed Tinkerbella nana.

Apr 24, 2013 12:13 PM EDT

Massive, Extinct Elephant Bird Egg Sold for Double its Estimate at London Auction

A partially fossilized egg laid by the massive, extinct elephant bird has sold for more than double its estimate at a London auction.

Apr 24, 2013 11:30 AM EDT

What a Dick: NASA Rovers Draw Massive Penis on Mars

It seems like NASA's rovers have something in common with Seth from the movie, Superbad: They like drawing pictures of penises. Unlike Seth, though, the rovers have taken their particular phallic sketch out of this world--all the way to Mars.

Apr 24, 2013 10:57 AM EDT

NASA Launches Smartphones into Space: Cheap Satellite Program Blasts Off

NASA has launched three smartphones into orbit as a part of its low-budget, experimental satellite program that uses off-the-shelf components.

Apr 24, 2013 10:02 AM EDT

LHCb Experiment Reveals New Clues about Antimatter: Particle Decay Examined

The LHCb experiment has released some new and interesting results, providing more clues when it comes to the hunt for antimatter.

Apr 24, 2013 09:19 AM EDT

Beekeepers Spring into Action: Honey Bees are Gaining Popularity Across the Country

Even as their numbers decline, honeybees are becoming more and more popular among backyard beekeepers. In fact, beekeeping classes are filling up across the country as more people decide that they want to have a hand in raising their own food.

Apr 24, 2013 08:27 AM EDT

Flipperbot Scuttles Like a Real Baby Sea Turtle: How to Save a Species (Video)

Researchers have designed Flipperbot, a robot that has the ability to scuttle across the sand like a real baby sea turtle. They hope the robot can allow them to better preserve declining species of sea turtles.

Apr 23, 2013 02:59 PM EDT

Ancient Iron in Earth's Primeval Seas Rusted by Bacteria

Ancient iron ore deposits can be found across the globe. Now, researchers have discovered how microorganims contributed to the formation of these deposits in Earth's primeval seas.

Apr 23, 2013 02:07 PM EDT

Ancient DNA Unlocks Secrets of Europe's Genetic Past

Researchers have recovered ancient DNA from a series of skeletons in central Germany that have allowed them to reconstruct the genetic history of Europe's past.

Apr 23, 2013 01:24 PM EDT