Scientists discover a new class of taste receptors

Evolution is a tinkerer, not an engineer. ‘Evolution does not produce novelties from scratch. It works…

Coastal pollution reduces genetic diversity of corals, reef resilience

A new study found that human-induced environmental stressors have a large effect on the genetic composition…

Improved laser system will help large optical telescopes gather more accurate data

Macquarie University researchers have developed an improved laser system that will help large optical telescopes to…

Hubble Captures a Cannibal Galaxy

This remarkable spiral galaxy, known as NGC 4651, may look serene and peaceful as it swirls…

Followers may tune out when municipalities tweet too much

Municipalities don’t need to unleash a tweet storm to keep their citizens informed on the social…

With record unemployment filings, federal stimulus will help, but more is needed

As an economist and director of the California Policy Lab, Till von Wachter is continually spearheading…

COVID-19: How satellites can help

The coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic has virtually paralyzed daily life as we know it. Even when the…

Image: Disinfection for planetary protection

Carefully wrapped inside this donut-shaped bag is a 35-m diameter parachute that will endure a frenzied…

Satellites map the global flow of oil

Demand for oil has collapsed due to the coronavirus pandemic just as supply is about to…

Study: The strength of collagen influenced by intersections of fibers

Collagen is the glue that holds bodies together. It can be found in skin, bones, muscles,…