Scientists have developed the most realistic artificial shark skin yet with the aid of 3-D printing. more
A new study shows that coral reefs reduce waves by around 97 percent, protecting against land erosion and floods. more
Two new studies indicate that the crucial West Antarctica ice sheet is melting as waters warm. more
A new survey shows just how valuable smartphone data is to the average American. more
Researchers have used a simple method to help Galapagos finches, which have been dying from an invasive parasite that kills their nestlings. more
The American Lung Association's annual report found that pollution levels are down overall but 22 populous metropolitan areas have seen increased amounts of ozone. more
The small Y male chromosome holds important genes that have stayed stable for millions of years, new studies say. more
Scientists are searching for ways to produce larger amounts of graphene, an important industry material. more
An ancient shark appears to have a lot in common with bony fish when it comes to gill arrangement, possibly changing the idea that sharks are "living fossils." more
Researchers have identified four new species of carnivorous sponges after finding small prey trapped on collected specimens. more
The long-legged arachnid is actually a closer relation to the scorpion. more
Researchers have found that tendencies to procrastinate and to be impulsive seem to be genetically linked. more
Researchers have added nuance to the six basic "emotion categories" with shades in between that include "fearfully surprised" and "happily disgusted." more
Facebook researchers have a new software that recognizes faces with an almost human accuracy. more
A group of researchers in Florida found that some shark species can hunt down food even when their noses are plugged with cotton. more
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