The Health Risks of Living in Ancient Rome
From parasites to malaria, the health risks facing ancient Rome were numerous.
Covering Viagra, But Not Birth Control?
The different ways insurance companies treat Viagra for men and birth control for women show the inherent sexism and legal biases involved.
The Science Behind What Makes a Great Pinot Noir Great
Four compounds have been identified that can help growers determine the best time to harvest their grapes.
Is There a Part of the Brain That Correlates To Feelings of Love?
Studying the anterior insula, a prune-sized region tucked away at the base of the brain, may provide interesting clues.
Controlling the Spread of the Zika Virus Through Genetic Modification
How genetic modification may be the key to halting the spread of the Zika virus.
Could There Be a ‘Silver Bullet’ Therapy for Ebola?
Monoclonal antibodies may be the key to treating the deadly Ebola virus.
We’re Wasting As Much As Half the Food We Produce
Research suggests that at least half of the food produced is lost before and after it reaches the consumer.
What Causes an Epidemic of Heroin Deaths?
Research suggests that certain things such as alcohol and the potency of the dose increase the rate at which users die from heroin use.
The Weird Ways Humans Have Tried Curing Hangovers
From ancient Egypt to modern times, the various cures suggested to relieve the hangover.
The Revolution Will Be Geneticized: From Restriction Enzymes to CRISPR
Advancement in DNA cutting using restriction enzymes helped pave the way for the CRISPR revolution.