Polar Vortex And Climate Change: Why Cold Weather Doesn't Disprove Global Warming
The weather might be cold right now, but we're still in the midst of a warming climatic trend.
Piranha Attacks Fuel Fear, But Are These Fish Really Ravenous Killing Machines?
Piranhas will sometimes attack people, but their ferocious reputation is largely overhyped, experts say.
Bluefin Tuna Blues: Japan's First Tuna Auction Of Year Is Pure Showmanship, Critics Say
Critics say highly publicized bluefin auctions distort perceptions of the actual tuna market, and drive up demand for an endangered fish.
The Week In Science: The Significance Of King Tut's Penis, And An Explanation For Earthquake Lights
Researchers think certain attributes of King Tut's mummified anatomy were prepared to send a religious message.
Winter Storm Hercules: How The MTA Keeps NYC Subway And Commuter Tracks Free Of Snow And Ice
The MTA's anti-blizzard arsenal includes a jet engine that blasts away snow and ice with superhot exhaust.
Blue Blooms: Study Finds Some Petunias Colored By Genetic Defect
Roses are red, petunias are blue(-ish purple) ... sometimes. Now we know why.
Winter Storm Hercules Flexes Muscles Over US Northeast, Poised To Dump Snow From DC to Maine
Snow started falling in the Northeast early Thursday, but the heaviest accumulation is expected Thursday night into Friday morning.
Quadrantid Meteor Shower Peaks January 3: How To Go See 2014's First Shooting Stars
The first meteor shower of 2014 has a slim window of viewing opportunity, but it may yield some impressive fireballs.
Polar Bear Plunge Physiology: What A Cold Water Dip On New Year's Day Does To Your Body
That New Year's Day dip kicks your body's self-preservation mechanisms into overdrive.
Commercial DNA Tests Paint Confusing Health Picture For Consumers
A warning for those looking to assess their disease risk from their genome: Results may vary.
Caterpillar Uses Bad Breath As Defense Mechanism: Nicotine-Laden Halitosis Scares Off Spider [VIDEOS]
Caterpillars co-opt the nicotine in tobacco plants for their own defense, researchers found.
13 Of the Coolest New Species Discovered In 2013: Chocolate Frogs, Walking Sharks, Glue-Spitting Velvet Worms And More
Each year, scientists still find previously undiscovered animals and plants -- here's some of our favorites from 2013.
10 Amazing Scientific Discoveries In 2013: From Color-Changing Reindeer Eyes To Beneficial Allergies
Why a reindeer's eyes change color with the seasons, and other mysteries scientists explored this year.
The Week In Science: Glowing Pigs, Robot Muscles And Fistbumps For Your Health
Glowing pigs created to aid in hemophilia research; robot muscle created that shames puny human muscle.
The 10 Best Space Photos Of 2013: Stormy Saturn, Cosmic Caterpillar, China Lands On Moon [PHOTOS]
Space - the final frontier - is more than ready for its close-up.
Visiting Hours Are (Never) Over: Study Backs Loosening Visitation Restrictions In Hospitals
Removing restrictions on when hospital patients can receive visitors turns out to be a boon, according to a recent study.
7 Scientific Scandals Of 2013: From A Retracted GMO Study To A Science Publishing Sting Operation
The level of contentious intrigue in science pales in comparison to politics, but it's still there.
Endangered Species Act Turns 40: A Look Back At The Landmark Environmental Law's Successes And Failures
Here's a review of the last four decades of the U.S.'s landmark environmental legislation.
Top 10 Inventions Of 2013: Bladeless Windmills, A Cancer-Sniffing Computer Program And More [PHOTOS, VIDEO]
Our picks for the top 10 innovative ideas of this year, from lion-scaring lights to cancer-sniffing computer programs.
Fuel From Algae In One Hour Or Less: 'Pressure Cooker' Technique Spins Green Oil
How to turn algae into fuel: Simmer gently at 660 degrees Fahrenheit and 3,000 pounds per square inch.
Eating Peanuts During Pregnancy Won't Lead To Nut Allergies In Children: Study
Munching on peanuts during pregnancy doesn't cause peanut allergies in kids, a new study shows.
Solar Power Growing Pains: How Will Hawaii And Germany Cope With The Boom In Alternative Energy?
Homeowners are rushing to install solar panels, but utility companies say the grid can't keep up.
10 Best Nature Photos Of 2013: Capturing The Majesty Of Wildlife And Landscapes [PHOTOS]
From polar bears peering through Arctic waters to playful lion cubs and gorgeous sand dunes, 2013 was a good year for nature photography.
The Week In Science: New Japanese Island, Chatty Neanderthals, Narcolepsy Mystery Unraveled
Neanderthals could likely vocalize with the best of humans, a new analysis shows.
Santa Science: Fact Checking Saint Nick's Christmas Ride, Rudolph's Nose And Elf Labor Abuse [ILLUSTRATIONS]
When you take a hard-nosed look at this alleged "Father Christmas," you find some holes in his story.
The 13 Best Science Videos In 2013, From A Capella String Theory To 'Space Oddity' In Orbit [VIDEOS]
These science videos blew our minds and rocked our socks.
Eye Cells Printed With Inkjet Technology Could Help Restore Eyesight To The Blind Someday
Cambridge scientists extracted rat eye cells and printed on them -- a method that could be used for retina repair in the future.
How The Navy Might Spin Seawater Into Jet Fuel
Navy researchers are working on technology to churn the sea itself into a jet-like fuel.
Is Fracking Safe? Study Finds Hormone System-Disrupting Chemicals In Water Near Drilling-Dense Areas
Researchers found hormone-disrupting chemicals in the water near fracking sites, but industry advocates say the study stacks the deck.
Cats May Have Been On Road To Domestication In Chinese Farming Villages 5,300 Years Ago
Cat bones dug up near the village of Quanhucun suggest little felines were living alongside people more than 5,000 years ago.
