Is Tropical Sustainable Logging Possible?
So-called sustainable commercial logging is not sustainable.
Venom Found in the Unlikeliest of Animals
Venom is used by some surprising animals, including mammals.
Gardening in Space
Zero-gravity gardening: why growing plants in space isn't the same as here on Earth.
Turtle Shells: More Than Meets the Eye
Turtle shells evolved over time from earlier precursor structures.
That Time a Self-Driving Car Stared Down a Cyclist
A cyclist in Austin, Texas had an awkward encounter with a Google self-driving car when he approached a 4-way stop at the same time as the vehicle.
Hand to Ankle: A New Grafting Technique Offers Hope
The surgical reattachment or grafting of limbs has a short history because of its difficulty.
Will Spicy Foods Preserve You?
Spicy foods may prolong life; they certainly act as food preservatives.
What’s between the Stars? Buckyballs!
How buckyballs fit into the formation of new stars.
Is the Pacific Northwest Due For a Big Earthquake?
The Pacific Northwest may be due for a big earthquake, and there is historical evidence to suggest it may be huge.
The Tomb of Queen Nefertiti?
The long undiscovered tomb of Queen Nefertiti may have been found.