Zika virus can cause severe brain damage in people infected before birth. A new study…
Month: July 2017
Ravens can plan ahead, similar to humans and great apes
Despite previous research that indicates such behaviors are unique to humans and great apes, a…
Yes, the sun is an ordinary, solar-type star after all
The Sun is a solar-type star, a new study claims — resolving an ongoing controversy…
Water makes the proton shake
Basic processes in chemistry and biology involve protons in a water environment. Water structures accommodating…
Bitcoin study shows value of exclusive access for early adopters
Delaying access for the tech-savvy can stifle spread of new products, experiment with students shows.
A hit love song for toads
Researchers in Australia say they now know exactly what makes horny cane toads boogie. And…
Nickel is crucial for Earth’s magnetic field
Earth’s hot core, consisting mainly of iron, is responsible for the ‘dynamo effect,’ which creates…
Laser-cooled ions contribute to better understanding of friction
A model system has been presented by researchers that allows the investigation of atomic-scale friction…
Shedding light on Galaxies’ rotation secrets
Spiral galaxies are found to be strongly rotating, with an angular momentum higher by a…
Testing a soft artificial heart
A silicone heart has been developed that beats almost like a human heart. Researchers have…