Cover crops may be used to mitigate and adapt to climate change

Cover crops long have been touted for their ability to reduce erosion, fix atmospheric nitrogen, reduce…

Eye expressions offer a glimpse into the evolution of emotion

New research reveals why the eyes offer a window into the soul. According to the study, people…

‘Detergent’ molecules may be driving fluctuations in atmospheric methane concentrations

Researchers have found that changes in the amount of hydroxyl in the atmosphere may be responsible…

Landslides on Ceres reflect hidden ice

Massive landslides, similar to those found on Earth, are occurring on the asteroid Ceres. That's according…

Termite gut holds a secret to breaking down plant biomass

The incredibly efficient eating habits of a fungus-cultivating termite are surprising even to those well acquainted…

space bullethead parrotfish use is influenced more by competition than by fear of predators

Marine scientists find that the space bullethead parrotfish use is influenced more by competition than by…

Getting things done while you wait for WiFi

To help us make the most of idle moments, researchers have developed a series of apps…

Money a barrier to independence for young adults with autism

When teenagers and young adults with autism enter adulthood and age out of many of the…

Getting a handle on brain organization

Even among people born without hands, there is an overlap in brain activity when viewing hands…

Creating time crystals

Researchers created a previously-only-theoretical time crystal using a small piece of diamond embedded with millions of…