The Tastiest Sausages Bring Their Own Microbes to the Party By Samantha Mathewson published 1 December 17 A new study from Italy shows how science can be used to improve the flavor of sausage and other processed meats.
'Poop Pills' Work Just As Well As Traditional Fecal Transplants By Samantha Mathewson last updated 17 August 22 "Poop transplants" given as a pill may work just as well as those delivered via colonoscopy, and the pill form may be a more pleasant treatment method for patients, a new study from Canada finds.
From Wild to Mild: How Different Types of Alcohol Affect Your Mood By Samantha Mathewson published 22 November 17 The holidays are full of tasty treats and festive cocktails — but instead of Christmas cheer, some alcoholic beverages may cause other, less pleasant feelings, a new study from England suggests.
Puppy Love: Owning a Dog Linked to Better Heart Health By Samantha Mathewson published 17 November 17 Good news for dog owners: Man's best friend may help lower a person's risk of heart disease, a new study from Sweden finds.
Electric Cars Don't Interfere with Heart Implants By Samantha Mathewson published 13 November 17 Fans of Tesla electric cars who also have implanted heart devices can rest easy.
Here's What Happens in the Brain When You Don't Get Enough Sleep By Samantha Mathewson published 7 November 17 After a sleepless night, you likely feel sluggish the next morning, and a small new study suggests why: Your brain cells feel sluggish, too.
Sorry, You Can't Stop Aging – Here's the Math to Prove It By Samantha Mathewson published 31 October 17 Growing old is a natural part of life, but that hasn't stopped people from turning to anti-aging skin treatments, specialized diets and other tricks to try to reverse the effects of aging.
What Your Nose Can Reveal About Your Emotions By Samantha Mathewson published 30 October 17 Your sense of smell has a strong bearing on your emotions. But what happens when you have trouble with your emotions?
Daylight Saving Crime: When Clocks Fall Back, Assaults Spike By Samantha Mathewson published 30 October 17
Why Women Who Arch Their Backs Are More Alluring to Men By Samantha Mathewson published 26 October 17
Do You Daydream? You May Be Smarter and More Creative Than Your Peers By Samantha Mathewson published 25 October 17 Ever get in trouble for daydreaming in class or during a meeting at work? Try telling your teacher or boss this: Daydreaming may be a sign of intelligence and creativity, a new study finds.
Your Dog Doesn't Want Just Your Food — He Wants Your Attention By Samantha Mathewson published 19 October 17 Your dog may be trying to tell you something. From an inquisitive head tilt to "puppy dog eyes," the expressions of our canine companions may be their attempts to communicate, a new study finds.
Planet Nine Does Exist, NASA Evidence Suggests By Samantha Mathewson published 12 October 17 Mounting evidence suggests it's hard to imagine our solar system without the unseen world dubbed Planet Nine.
People Magazine 'Most Beautiful' List Embodies Changing Beauty Standards By Samantha Mathewson published 11 October 17 As the saying goes, beauty is in the eye of the beholder — but People magazine may play a big role, too.
Listen, Don't Look: Why Your Ears Can Tell More Than Your Eyes By Samantha Mathewson published 10 October 17 When it comes to understanding how someone truly feels, it may be best to close your eyes and just listen, a new study shows.
These Microbes May Hitch a Ride with Humans to Mars: Why That Matters By Samantha Mathewson published 4 October 17 Examining how bacteria grow in confined conditions on board spacecraft will help keep astronauts healthy during long-term space missions, such as a trip to Mars.
Visualize the Total Solar Eclipse with NASA's 3D App By Samantha Mathewson published 12 August 17 Find out what the Aug. 21 total solar eclipse will look like from anywhere on the planet with a new interactive, 3D simulation from NASA.
This Is What the Sun's Outer Atmosphere Will Look Like During the Solar Eclipse By Samantha Mathewson published 5 August 17 With the total solar eclipse on Aug. 21 only a few weeks away, astronomers have revealed what skywatchers can expect to see as the sun disappears behind the moon.
21 National Parks Where You Can Enjoy the 2017 Solar Eclipse By Samantha Mathewson published 2 August 17 The Great American Total Solar Eclipse will race across the U.S. on Aug. 21, 2017, casting a shadow over 21 of the country's National Parks coast to coast.
Earth Will Have Its Last Total Solar Eclipse in About 600 Million Years By Samantha Mathewson published 1 August 17
The Moon's Interior Could Contain Lots of Water, Study Shows By Samantha Mathewson published 24 July 17 Ancient volcanic deposits on the moon reveal new evidence about the lunar interior, suggesting it contains substantial amounts of water.
US National Parks Prepare for the 2017 Total Solar Eclipse By Samantha Mathewson published 21 June 17 On Aug. 21, 2017, a total solar eclipse will cross the continental U.S. and briefly cast a shadow over 21 of the nation's national parks.
Peculiar X-Ray Burst Has Astronomers Stumped By Samantha Mathewson published 4 April 17 Astronomers spotted a peculiar burst of bright X-rays in a distant area of the universe, and they're not quite sure where it came from.
Put a Ring on It! Saturn Impresses in Stunning Valentine's Day Photos By Samantha Mathewson published 12 February 17 NASA's Cassini spacecraft sends its love this Valentine's Day with photos of Saturn’s beautiful rings, moons and polar vortex.