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Galaxy evolution study surprises astronomers
A comprehensive study of hundreds of galaxies has revealed an unexpected pattern of change in galaxy evolution that extends back 8 billion years.
October 19, 2012
Arctic whale ancient DNA explains mysteries
A range-wide study of Arctic whale genetics finds much genetic diversity was lost during the age of commercial whaling. Scientists studied bowhead whales.
October 19, 2012
Atom optics help detect the imperceptible
A pioneering technology of atom optics may help detect what was once imperceptible: gravitational waves in space-time caused by cataclysmic events.
October 18, 2012
Moon was created in giant smashup
Planetary scientist says his group has discovered evidence that the moon was created in a flaming blaze of glory when a Mars-sized body collided with Earth.
October 18, 2012
Dolphins sleep with half their brain
Sleeping with one half of the brain helps dolphins remain vigilant for periods as long as two weeks. Read about this study here.
October 18, 2012
City lights could reveal E.T. civilization
Researchers suggest the bright lights of cities, which are visible on a planet even from space, might reveal the existence of alien life on other planets.
October 18, 2012
Indoor carbon dioxide may impair decision-making
Researchers have found that moderately high concentrations of indoor carbon dioxide (CO2) can significantly impair people's decision-making performance.
October 17, 2012
Sumatran orangutans need new strategy to survive
Sumatran orangutans are in danger of becoming extinct. New strategies are needed to protect this rare species of ape from further destruction.
October 16, 2012
Vertebrate air breathing origin possibly identified
University of Alaska Fairbanks scientists have identified what they think is the ancestral trait that allowed for the evolution of vertebrate air breathing.
October 16, 2012
Prostate cancer treatment with gold nanoparticles
New prostate cancer treatment using gold nanoparticles and found safe in dogs, may have fewer side effects than traditional cancer therapy.
October 15, 2012
