Sandy Environmental Toll: Polluted Rivers, Lost Seabirds
Rivers and water systems along the East Coast have been hit hard by Sandy, with historically high storm surges and widespread flooding bringing a wave of pollution in their wake.
Sandy Health Effects -- Mold, Sewage And Bacteria -- Could Linger
Even after the initial fury of the storm has passed, Sandy's lingering health effects could be felt for months and longer.
Are 'Frankenstorms' Like Sandy The New Norm Thanks To Climate Change?
A warmer climate means that bigger and later hurricanes that can interact with winter weather systems, like Sandy, are more and more likely.
Sandy's Storm Surge Could Threaten NYC Subway System
Hurricane Sandy is already causing massive storm surges across the East Coast, and the storm has yet to make landfall.
Hurricane Sandy Is 'Meteorologically Mind-Boggling,' Headed For Atlantic City
An unprecedented and mighty tempest, with the potential for devastating storm surges, barrels up the Eastern seaboard as Hurricane Sandy lives up to its billing.
Stopping An Asteroid With... Paintballs?
Applying a nice coat of paint to a deadly asteroid could help save the planet, according to one MIT student.
Radioactive Contamination Levels Still High In Fukushima Fish
Radioactive cesium is likely accumulating in sediment on the seafloor near the site of the Fukushima disaster, one scientist says.
Hurricane Sandy Predicted To Resemble 1991 'Perfect Storm'
Some meteorologists are drawing comparisons between Hurricane Sandy's approach and the “Perfect Storm” of 1991 - Hurricane Grace.
The Science of Cheese, From Blue Veins To Creamy Camembert
From just a few simple ingredients – milk, acids, rennet taken from the stomachs of young calves – cheesemakers can create a wide range of cheeses to satisfy every kind of palate.
'Biggest Loser' Turns People Off Exercise, Study Says
Watching clips from extreme weight-loss shows can be a demotivator, rather than a spur to exercise, according to a new study.
Wine Compound Resveratrol Is No Magic Bullet For Healthy Women
Should healthy folks take resveratrol supplements to stave off diabetes? One new study is dashing cold water on that idea.
Scientists Know Why A Flawed Bridge Sings
Researchers have found a simpler way to look for flaws in concrete bridges -- all you have to do is listen to the noises of falling water droplets.
Radon To Predict Earthquakes? Most Scientists Still Skeptical
Earthquakes are hard to predict, but a few researchers think that increased radon emissions could be a sign of an approaching temblor.
Most Unwanted iPad and iPhone Features Are All Too Available: Germs, Feces
Many of us are putting germ-ridden mobile devices up near our faces many times a day, giving bacteria an express trip to our mouths, ears and noses.
Dung Balls Are Beetles' Stinky Personal Air Conditioners
New research shows that a dung beetle's takeout meal of rolled-up excrement can also act as a transportable cooling device in the hot desert.
Italian Earthquake Manslaughter Trial Could Chill Scientist-Government Relations
Scientists across the globe say jailing scientists for making statements on earthquake risk that didn't pan out will have a chilling effect on research and disaster preparedness.
Pitch Perfect: It's All In The Genes
Researchers have found evidence suggesting that there may be a distinct genetic origin of perfect pitch, associated with sound memory.
Celiac Disease Plagues 'Blue Bloods' Actress (And 1% of Americans)
There is no cure for celiac disease, but symptoms can be eliminated or controlled by adopting a lifelong gluten-free diet.
Lance Armstrong Loses Titles; Will Doping Culture Change?
Some argue that working against an engrained culture of performance-enhancing drugs in professional sports is futile.
How Beluga Whale Imitated Human Speech
Researchers describe the case of a young beluga named NOC with a penchant for talking like humans.
The Best Green Breweries And Wineries To Help You Drink (Environmentally) Responsibly
Making beer and wine uses a lot of energy, but some companies are decreasing their carbon footprints and increasing sustainability.
World's Smallest Animals: A Miniature Menagerie [PHOTOS]
Deer the size of rabbits, snakes as skinny as spaghetti: Who knew animals could come in such tiny packages?
Orionids 2012: How To Watch Meteors From Halley's Comet
This weekend, Earth is going to pass through a cloud of rock and ice left by Halley’s Comet, which gives rise to the Orionid meteor shower.
Animated GIFs And Epilepsy Dangers
The rising popularity of the animated GIF presents a challenge for people with epilepsy who are sensitive to visual stimuli.
Urine Stream Shape Can Help Diagnose Prostate Problems: Study
Prostate enlargement happens to most men as they age, and can cause urinary problems as it begins to press on the urethra.
Pharmacy Tied To Meningitis Outbreak Raided
The investigation into the New England Compounding Center may involve matters beyond the immediate meningitis outbreak.
Computer Programs Become Art Appreciators
Scientists are perfecting image communication programs and algorithms that allow computers to become art buffs.
Creativity And Madness: Do They Spring From The Same Well?
Swedish scientists found that authors are especially vulnerable to a wide range of psychiatric conditions.
'Vertical Farming' Can Satisfy Urban Appetites For Hyperlocal Food
“Vertical farming” is the super-sized Manhattan equivalent of the Brooklyn resident’s backyard vegetable garden, and some companies are betting both the proverbial and literal farm on it.
Can You Spot A Serial Killer Before He Kills?
Researchers say the idea that animal cruelty, fire-setting and bed-wetting are childhood behaviors engaged in by budding murderers is outdated science.
