What Are Gravitational Waves?
Einstein predicted over a hundred years ago the existence of gravitational waves. Now a team of over 1,000 scientists have confirmed their existence.
Ecoacoustics: The Deafening Silence of Endangered Wildlife
The emerging field of ecoacoustics is the studies how species use sound to coexist and interact across vast areas of land.
Red Light, Green Light: When Were Traffic Lights Invented?
New apps like EnLighten are trying to help drivers make navigate traffic lights safely with a little help from vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I) technology.
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.
Charles Darwin Was One Sick Dude
Charles Darwin was able to pursue his life's work despite suffering from a variety of ailments the doctors could never explain.
Charles Darwin In His Own Words
Some collected letters and observations from the great naturalist, Charles Darwin.
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.
Don’t Fall in Love on OkCupid
More than a decade into OkCupid's existence, sociologists are finding that its widely touted algorithm doesn’t actually help us find romance.