James Gaines

James Gaines

Live Science Contributor
James started writing for Live Science in 2015. He was born to a line of writers and eccentrics, grew up in a cabin in the woods, and his interests lie in evolution, natural history, and the places where science and society intersect. He has a bachelor's degree in Biology from the University of Puget Sound and a master's degree in Science Journalism from City University London. Follow him on Twitter.

Articles by: James Gaines

Albert Einstein at the Blackboard

'Inside Einstein's Mind': New TV Show Explores Journey to Relativity

By James Gaines published

Monument Rocks

New 'Making North America' Series Explores Continent's Rich History

By James Gaines published

Kangaroos

Mooooove Over, Cows! Kangaroo Farts Warm the Earth, Too

By James Gaines published

Since the 1970s, it has been suggested that kangaroos don’t fart — or rather, the (ahem!) gas they emit contains very little, if any, methane. But now, new research suggests this isn’t true.

Baby Hadrosaurs

Baby Duck-Billed Dinos Unearthed in 'Dragon's Tomb' Nest

By James Gaines published

A cluster of baby duck-billed dinosaurs was uncovered in a slab of rock from a fossil-rich part of Mongolia known as "Dragon's Tomb."

Chimpanzee Reaction

It's a Monster! Apes Remember Scary Movie Scenes

By James Gaines published

Scientists have found that great apes may be able to remember and anticipate memorable on-screen events.

Ankylosaurs

How Armored Dinosaur Got Its Bone-Bashing Tail

By James Gaines published

Scientists have pieced together how ankylosaurs' weaponized tail clubs evolved, finding that the hammer's "handle" came first.