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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
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
Invisibility could be a key to better electronics
MIT team applies technology developed for visual cloaking to enable more efficient transfer of electrons.
October 12, 2012
Scientists identify trigger for explosive volcanic eruptions
Scientists from the University of Southampton have identified a repeating trigger for the largest explosive volcanic eruptions on Earth.
October 12, 2012
Organic solar cells with high electric potential for portable electronics
A new breakthrough in solar technology means portable electronic devices could soon be re-charged on the move in low light levels and partial shading.
October 11, 2012
Why nasty noises make us squirm
The screechy sound of chalk on a blackboard is unpleasant because of the heightened activity between the emotional and auditory parts of our brain, research shows.
October 11, 2012
Sweeping X-ray imaging survey of dying stars is uncharted territory
The death throes of dying stars are the focus of a sweeping new survey using NASA’s Chandra X-ray satellite observatory.
October 10, 2012
