Aphantasia: When the Mind’s Eye is Blind
Those suffering from aphantasia cannot form mental images. Which begs the question: What exactly do we mean when we say mental image?
Take a Nap, It’s Good For You
Like taking a nap? Exploring the research that finds a positive correlation between health and a short daily rest.
Homo Naledi: Our Newly Discovered Ancestor
Found in a cave in South Africa, the fossils have been determined to be from Homo naledi, a previously unknown ancestor of the human species.
Stonehenge’s Larger Neighbor
The discovery of Durrington Walls, a monument more formidable than Stonehenge, deepens the mystery of these Neolithic structures.
Sealed In A Dome For Science
NASA volunteers are experimenting with long-term isolation in a dome in preparation for long space flights.
Is Tropical Sustainable Logging Possible?
So-called sustainable commercial logging is not sustainable.
Venom Found in the Unlikeliest of Animals
Venom is used by some surprising animals, including mammals.
Gardening in Space
Zero-gravity gardening: why growing plants in space isn't the same as here on Earth.
Turtle Shells: More Than Meets the Eye
Turtle shells evolved over time from earlier precursor structures.
That Time a Self-Driving Car Stared Down a Cyclist
A cyclist in Austin, Texas had an awkward encounter with a Google self-driving car when he approached a 4-way stop at the same time as the vehicle.