Smallest Genome of Living Creature Discovered By Ker Than last updated 14 October 22 A bacteria living in special cells inside an insect has the smallest genome of any known cellular lifeform, a new study finds.
Earth Will Survive Global Warming, But Will We? By Ker Than last updated 14 October 22 The planet has endured far more dramatic climate change in the past fueled by other forms of life. But rarely if ever has the change been so rapid.
Evolution Predictable Everywhere in the Universe, Scientist Says By Ker Than last updated 14 October 22 If the history of life could be rewound and replayed, many of the same innovations would reappear. What’s that mean for life on other planets?
Early Earth Was Purple, Study Suggests By Ker Than last updated 14 October 22 The planet might once have been dominated by microbes that used a molecule other than chlorophyll to harness Sun’s rays.
Study: Cat Parasite Affects Human Culture By Ker Than last updated 14 October 22 A parasitic microbe commonly found in cats might have helped shape entire human cultures by manipulating the personalities of infected individuals.
What is Darwin's Theory of Evolution? By Ker Than, Ashley P. Taylor, Tom Garner last updated 14 October 22 Reference In 1859, Charles Darwin published his ideas that humans and animals change over time. But what is the Theory of Evolution?
New Plastic Could Reduce Carbon Dioxide Emissions By Ker Than last updated 14 October 22 The new plastic can pull carbon dioxide from natural gas.
How Did Life Arise on Earth? By Ker Than published 1 September 16 Was it a magnificent stroke of luck, or was it inevitable?
How the Human Eye Works By Ker Than published 5 May 16 The eye is one of nature's complex wonders. Find out what's inside it.
Elevated Carbon Dioxide Levels Rob Crops Of Nutrients By Ker Than published 8 May 14 Some crops grown at elevated carbon dioxide levels have less zinc and iron.
Linguists: New-World Settlers Spent Millennia On Land Bridge By Ker Than published 13 March 14 Comparing Native American and Siberian languages suggests a 10,000-year stopover.
New Test Could Predict Heart Attacks By Ker Than published 10 January 14 Rare cells in the blood could identify patients at high risk of heart attacks.
Computers Can Be Hacked Using High-Frequency Sound By Ker Than published 11 December 13 A computer's microphone and speakers can covertly send and receive data.
Genes Outside of Nucleus 'Punch Above Their Weight' By Ker Than published 23 October 13 The few genes found outside the nucleus affect cell metabolism more than expected.
Insect Jumps Powered By Mechanical 'Gears' By Ker Than published 12 September 13 Leg joints are stocked with 'teeth' that lock and rotate.
New Technique Analyzes Shadows to Spot Photo Fakes By Ker Than published 14 August 13 Algorithm spots forgeries by spotting shadows that don't match light sources.
Jumbo Viruses Hint At 'Fourth Domain' Of Life By Ker Than published 18 July 13 Newly discovered Pandoraviruses unearth new questions about viruses' origin.
Cold War Nuclear Radiation Creates Anti-Poaching Tool By Ker Than published 1 July 13 Method could also reveal growth rates of certain animals.
Scaling Up Solar Power May Demand Updated Electric Grid By Ker Than published 6 June 13 Harnessing sun’s energy presents challenges to existing power networks.
New Machine Makes $1,000 Human Genome Scans a Reality By Ker Than published 30 May 13 The new machine could lead to the earlier detections of cancer and other diseases.
Shape-Shifting Bat Tongue Mops Up Nectar By Ker Than published 6 May 13 Biologists find that blood-engorged hairs help bats eat.
Fish Uses Chemical Cloaking to Hide from Prey By Ker Than published 1 April 13 Deceptive perch species can mask its proximity from potential targets.
Large Dogs Age Faster, Die Younger By Ker Than published 8 March 13 Large dogs age as if their adult lives are running at a faster pace than smaller breeds.
Mapping Distant Planet Surfaces Possible By Ker Than published 29 January 13 'Extrasolar cartography' technique could provide rough pictures of alien worlds.
