Exaggerated physical differences between male and female superheroes

Superheroes like Thor and Black Widow may have what it takes to save the world in…

How our brain generates consciousness — and loses it

In a first of its kind study, researchers have used cellular resolution in vivo two-photon calcium…

New scat study provides clues to puzzling existence of Humboldt martens in Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area

With a new scat study, researchers are chipping away at solving a biological mystery on the…

Diving deep into water and energy trade-offs

Sometimes people don't see the impacts of sustainability decisions beyond a balance ledger. That places poor…

Wolves more prosocial than pack dogs in touchscreen experiment

In a touchscreen-based task that allowed individual animals to provide food to others, wolves behaved more…

First examples of Iberian prehistoric ‘imitation amber’ beads at gravesites

Prehistoric Iberians created 'imitation amber' by repeatedly coating bead cores with tree resins, according to a…

Human influence on global droughts goes back 100 years, NASA study finds

Human-generated greenhouse gases and atmospheric particles were affecting global drought risk as far back as the…

Resolving the ‘invisible’ gold puzzle

In Carlin-type gold deposits, which make up 75% of the US production, gold does not occur…

Improved risk management for geothermal systems

Scientists report on a successful attempt to control induced seismicity during the deepest-ever hydraulic stimulation of…

Peanut genome sequenced with unprecedented accuracy

Improved pest resistance and drought tolerance are among potential benefits of an international effort which has…