Ailsa Harvey

Reference How to identify your second cousin, first cousin once removed and other distant relatives.

By Ailsa Harvey Published 15 November 22

Reference Sea-monkeys is the marketing term used for a hybrid breed of brine shrimp sold in packets of dust in aquarium shops.

By Ailsa Harvey Published 15 November 22

Reference Scientists have developed methods to determine how calories are calculated

By Joanna Fantozzi Last updated 14 October 22

Reference Oxytocin is a hormone that plays a large role in social interactions and social bonding.

By Stephanie Pappas Last updated 6 October 22

Reference Here’s everything you need to know about the liver, from its function and location in the body, to diseases that affect the organ.

By Jessie Szalay Last updated 31 August 22

Reference The difference between fruit and vegetables can vary across botanical and culinary fields

By Ailsa Harvey Last updated 24 August 22

Reference Find out how to spot the common signs of labor and discover some things you can do to promote labor

By Cari Nierenberg Published 23 August 22

Reference Women's vaginas are often misunderstood. Here are the facts.

By Linda Thrasybule Last updated 17 August 22

'Prehistoric Planet,' a five-part documentary series, transports viewers into the mesmerizing world of the Cretaceous period.

By Ailsa Harvey Last updated 28 July 22

Reference Throughout history, lions have been celebrated for their strength and beauty, and are the inspiration for many myths and stories worldwide.

By Alina Bradford Published 31 May 22

Reference Whirlpools form when fast-flowing currents in oceans and rivers constantly change direction. What do they look like and can you escape from one?

By Ailsa Harvey Published 11 May 22

Florida is sometimes referred to as the "shark tooth capital of the world," and new research documents the now-extinct species that have been discovered there.

By Ailsa Harvey Published 5 May 22

A newfound millipede species from the Appalachian Mountains was named after the famous singer by the scientist who described the arthropod (and is a devoted Swift fan).

By Ailsa Harvey Published 22 April 22

Reference Cancer can affect any part of the body, requiring doctors to employ robust methods such as MRI scans, blood tests and computed tomography to detect and classify it.

By Ben Biggs Published 6 April 22

Reference The internet makes it easy for users to send and receive data almost instantly. But how can latency be reduced for faster communication?

By Laura Mears Published 1 April 22

Reference Smart pet ID tags can give pet owners an extra pair of eyes if a beloved pet goes missing.

By Ailsa Harvey Published 24 March 22

Reference The Jaws of Life are the favoured hydraulic tool for safely removing car crash victims. The equipment can cut car frames apart and lift crushing weights from passengers.

By Ailsa Harvey Published 23 March 22

Reference Laser surgery harnesses cutting-edge technology to provide cosmetic, sight-saving and life-saving procedures.

By Ailsa Harvey Published 23 March 22

Reference Building demolition technology has developed to bring down skyscrapers in a matter of seconds.

By Ailsa Harvey Published 15 March 22

Reference Springtime brings warmer temperatures and a rebirth as nature reawakens.

By Nola Taylor Redd Published 9 March 22

Reference Over 100 years ago, and after decades of protest, women's suffrage was granted in the U.S.

By Ailsa Harvey Published 8 March 22