Older mothers are better mothers

New research shows that older mothers are less likely to punish and scold their children while…

Organic electronics can use power from socket

Organic light-emitting devices and printed electronics can be connected to a socket in the wall by…

When helium behaves like a black hole

A team of scientists has discovered that a law controlling the bizarre behavior of black holes…

Peers, more than teachers, inspire us to learn

'Why do I have to learn this?' It's a common question among youth, but new research…

Electrons used to control ultrashort laser pulses

We may soon get better insight into the microcosm and the world of electrons. Researchers have…

New approach uses ultrasound to measure fluid in the lungs

A team of engineering and medical researchers has found a way to use ultrasound to monitor…

Better learning through zinc?

Zinc is a vital micronutrient involved in many cellular processes: For example, in learning and memory…

Astronomers hazard a ride in a ‘drifting carousel’ to understand pulsating stars

What sounds like a stomach-turning ride at an amusement park might hold the key to unraveling…

How the brain sees the world in 3-D

We live in a three-dimensional world, but everything we see is first recorded on our retinas…

Breaking the supermassive black hole speed limit

A new computer simulation helps explain the existence of puzzling supermassive black holes observed in the…