Changing how we compute by David Mayhew

David Mayhew can envision changing how we compute by plugging into the flow of information via data centers powered by green energy like wind and solar.

Molecules in 3-D movies by Janet Iwasa

To animate molecules, Janet Iwasa works with the same kind of software used to make Hollywood films like Toy Story.

Fish farms less harmful than thought, says study

Coastal fish farms seem to do less harm to nearby plants and animals than previously believed, a new study reveals.

Do scientists feel pressure to produce positive results?

A new study suggests that, yes, there is pressure on scientists to report positive results - that is, results that support their original hypotheses.

SpongeBob may not be good for 4-year-old thinking

Watching only nine minutes of SpongeBob SquarePants reduced preschoolers’ self-organizing ability and short-term recall, says a study.

Study shows dangerous bacteria in uniforms of doctors, nurses

In a modern Israeli hospital, researchers found 60 percent of the hospital uniforms of doctors and nurses tested positive for potentially dangerous bacteria.

Demolished World Trade Center pieces aboard Mars Rovers

Scraps from the site of the September 11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center were incorporated into two Mars Rovers as a quiet tribute to the tragedy.

Power failure in U.S. Southwest from solar flares? Probably not

Officials warn U.S. Southwest residents to go easy on their electric usage this weekend, after restoring power to millions following Thursday's power failure.

Pain relievers linked to risk of pregnancy loss

Researchers say Non-aspirin pain relievers such as ibuprofen and naproxen might be linked to pregnancy loss during the first 20 weeks.

Ancient humans likely mixed it up

University of Arizona researchers used a simulation model to show that DNA from Homo sapiens contains pieces from ancient humans.

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