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The Remarkable Immunities of the Naked Mole-Rat
Research explains why naked mole rats, unlike most mammals, are resistant to cancer and the pain induced by acid.
Before the Quake
The West Coast may be implementing an earthquake warning system. This new technology may help ensure accuracy, minimize false positives, & save lives.
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.
The History of the National Wildlife Refuge System
Malheur National Wildlife Refuge has been occupied by armed militants since January 2, 2016. But where did the National Wildlife Refuge system come from?
The Ever-Evolving Periodic Table of Elements
Four new elements--113, 115, 117, and 118--have been added to the periodic table. But the search for new elements hasn't always been so systematic.
Reopening The X-Files: Is ESP Possible?
"Here I am again, Scully, up late pursuing this obsession with ESP." "It's a fraud, Mulder."
Were Hobbits Real?
New research suggests that a distinct species, dubbed "hobbits", existed between 17,000 and 95,000 years ago.
The Threat of Solar Flares
Solar flares are highly unpredictable and difficult to anticipate. But their threat is very real.
The Search For Antimatter
Physicists, in recent years, have been trying to find evidence of antimatter in the universe. Its existence could overturn the Big Bang theory.