Fossils help identify a lone 'bright spot' in a similar state to coral reefs before human impact

Researchers at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI) discovered a massive, 7,000-year-old fossilized coral reef near…

Scientists predict state of matter that can conduct both electricity and energy perfectly

Three scientists from the University of Chicago have run the numbers, and they believe there may…

'Feline grimace scale' published

When your cat folds back its ears, closes its eyes, puts its whiskers forward or tucks…

Genetic study uncovers clues to explain how killifish stop aging during diapause

A team of researchers at Stanford University working with others from the Stowers Institute for Medical…

Researchers examine how stereotypes of older adults impact jury duty

Although some may try to avoid jury duty, it’s still regarded as a valuable contribution to…

Asteroid impact enriches certain elements in seawater

Asteroid strikes upset the environment and provide clues via the elements they leave behind. Now, University…

Opening the window in your home will not flush out the chemicals in the air

A large team of researchers from across the U.S. and one in Canada has found that…

Seafloor images reveal the secret lives of sponges

You might think that deep-sea sponges would be about as active as the one sitting in…

Can capitalism and the planet truly coexist?

As the Productivity Commission confirmed this week, Australia’s economy has enjoyed uninterrupted growth for 28 years…

Carbon pricing may be overrated, if history is any indication

A common demand in discussions about climate change is to respect the science. This is appropriate.…