Latest articles by Eric Schaffer
Fast-Growing Plants May Carpet World in Green
Turning off a gene could coax plants to grow much quicker, and possibly take over the planet.
Saturn's Moon May Provide New Life to Conquer
Our mad scientist strategizes how to use research suggesting life ingredients on Titan.
Diabolical (and Nutty) Plan to Arm Rats to the Teeth
Stem cells were used to replace rat teeth in the lab.
Where Sleep Resides in the Brain
Researchershave identified a mechanism crucial to the transition from wakefulness into dream land.
How Mosquitoes Find a Tasty Host
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New Details on How the Brain Responds to Fear
A new brain finding could allow Schaffer to keep civilians shaking in their knees (not fleeing) when he unleashes some world domination scheme.
My Grand Gene Scheme: Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow
The latest hair-brained world domination scheme from Mad Scientist Eric Schaffer.
How to Generate Tropical Storms: Just Add Phytoplankton
Changes in ocean color caused by phytoplankton could lead to more tropical storms.
Using Blue Whales' Perfect Pitch to Drive People Insane
By directing whale songs landward, our mad scientists plans to take control of cities.
Taking Over the World With My Bear Hands
Mad scientist takes a "paws-on" approach to transplant surgery.
