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This date in science: Co-discoverer of insulin is born
Charles Herbert Best, along with Frederick Banting, discovered a way to manage diabetes and help millions.
February 27, 2013
The wisdom of astronauts
This amazing video features footage of Earth from space and astronauts speaking on how their experience changed their lives.
February 26, 2013
Video: A 1967 version of the Office of the Future
In this 1967 video clip, Walter Cronkite shows us the office of the future. His predictions, though visually dated, are more accurate than you might expect.
February 24, 2013
2008 milk scandal: A new twist in China’s toxic tale
Microbes might have helped melamine to poison milk in China in 2008, causing some 300,000 children and infants to become sick, and six deaths.
February 18, 2013
Video: Animated short film Paperman
Had enough Valentine's sweetness yet? No? Then this short film - called Paperman - is for you.
February 14, 2013
Look here for links to online viewing of asteroid 2012 DA14
On February 15, an asteroid passes only 17,200 miles from Earth. You won't be able to see it with the eye. Bookmark the links in this post for online viewing!
February 14, 2013
Video: The science of love
Cool video that breaks down the science behind the feeling of love. Simply put ... love drives the motor of the mind.
February 14, 2013
Do bats excel at making us sick?
When it comes to hosting viruses, bats may have an edge.
February 13, 2013
This date in science: Microchip is patented
On February, 6, 1959, Jack Kilby of Texas Instruments, filed a patent application for the integrated circuit, also known as a microchip
February 6, 2013
Video: How human numbers stack up against everything from bugs to bacteria
Humans on Earth now number 7,063,264,715 ... 7,063,264,716 ... 7,063,264,717 ... Ever wonder how human population numbers stack up against other species?
January 31, 2013
