Rachel K Wentz
Researchers from Stony Brook University and the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan (NAOJ) have discovered a whopping 854 "ultra-dark galaxies," which may hold clues to how these mysterious galaxies evolve.
As the ongoing debate over the legalization of medical marijuana continues across the states, new research shows the drug may not be quite as effective at treating some of the conditions for which advocates have pushed.
There's good news for animal rights advocates. A new microchip, which can mimic the structure and function of complete organs, may render future testing on animal subjects obsolete.
An announcement this week by the European Society of Cardiology reveals potential dangers for those wearing cardiac devices, as they may be affected by electromagnetic interference (EMI) from smartphones.
A new study published in the journal JAMA Pediatrics finds that about one if five children are the victim of cyberbullying, and that this harassment is linked to depression in some kids.
A new report released by the Obama administration puts in frank language the contrasting futures faced by our planet, based on whether or not we take immediate action to reduce global carbon pollution.
Scientists have known for some time now that modern humans interbred with Neanderthals. It appears the two species coexisted for at least 5,000 years, during which time they exchanged genes and possibly even culture, resulting in present-day rates of between 2-4% of Neanderthal DNA among contemporary European populations. But new analyses of a jawbone reveals an even greater tie to Neanderthals, for it turns out, the owner of the jaw shared a more recent ancestor than any individual yet discovered.
A record breaking heat wave has killed over 200 people in Pakistan over the weekend, with temperatures soaring above 112 degrees Fahrenheit - the highest recorded in the past 15 years. The monsoon rains can't come soon enough.
A startling new study has found correlations between Parkinson's disease and sixteen types of cancer among East Asian populations, findings that contradict previous studies done on Western populations, which showed a decreased risk of cancer for those suffering from this common neurological disease.
For anyone interested in the future of Earth's biodiversity, somber news just released indicates we are now in the throes of the planet's sixth major mass extinction, and we only have ourselves to blame.
Researchers at the University of Southern California have announced their latest findings showing that a four-day low-calorie diet that mimics fasting can cut visceral belly fat, boost neural regeneration in the brain, and improve learning and memory. It can also help you live longer.
The Saharan silver ant is among the most heat-tolerant animals on the planet. Scientists have long wondered how these small creatures can withstand the extreme temperatures in which they live. But it turns out, it all comes down to hair.
Scientists have finally explained the beautiful, yet voracious cyclones that spin atop Saturn's northern pole. These Earth-sized storms, with winds topping 300 mph, are actually the accumulation of many smaller storms, which converge to form some of the most massive cyclones in our solar system.
In the summer of 1996, two young men stumbled upon a skeleton. The bones were eroding out of the bank of the Columbia River outside Kennewick, Washington and dated to over 8,000 years ago, setting off an eight-year legal controversy over the origins of these ancient remains. Now, new evidence, in the form of DNA, adds another dimension to this complicated tale.
Step aside, Alexander Hamilton, for the Treasury Department just announced that as of 2020, a woman will be adorning the ten dollar bill. And the race is on to decide just which famous female it will be.
