Slowdown of North Atlantic circulation rocked the climate of ancient northern Europe

Major abrupt shifts occurred in the climate of ancient northern Europe, according to a new study.…

How cannabis and cannabis-based drugs harm your brain

Long-term use of either cannabis or cannabis-based drugs impairs memory, say researchers. Their study has implications…

Scientists perfect technique to boost capacity of computer storage a thousand-fold

Scientists have created the most dense, solid-state memory in history that could soon exceed the capabilities…

Surprising findings on the physics of water entry could lead to smarter design of ships

The phenomenon of objects entering water is commonplace, yet a full understanding of the physics of…

Surprising findings on the physics of water entry could lead to smarter design of ships

The phenomenon of objects entering water is commonplace, yet a full understanding of the physics of…

Discovery reveals how obesity causes disease — and two ways to stop it

New research explains why obesity causes harmful inflammation that can lead to diabetes, clogged arteries and…

NIST builds statistical foundation for next-generation forensic DNA profiling

When experts compare the DNA left at a crime scene with the DNA of a suspect,…

Material formed from crab shells and trees could replace flexible plastic packaging

Researchers have created a material derived from crab shells and tree fibers that has the potential…

Archaeologists identify ancient North American mounds using new image analysis technique

Researchers have used a new image-based analysis technique to identify once-hidden North American mounds, which could…

Vessel tracking exposes the dark side of trading at sea

Transshipment -- exchanging seafood, crew or supplies between boats at sea -- is common in many…