X marks the unknown in algebra – but X’s origins are a math mystery The use of the letter x as a mathematical unknown is a relatively...
Social media can in fact be made better: Research shows it is possible to reward users for sharing accurate information instead of misinformation We feel rewarded by...
What happens if someone dies in space? An artist’s depiction of two astronauts on Mars. cokada/E+ via Getty Images Emmanuel Urquieta, Baylor College of Medicine Curious Kids...
Whistleblower calls for government transparency as Congress digs for the truth about UFOs A congressional subcommittee on unidentified anomalous phenomena met to hear testimony from military officers....
To get rid of hazing, clarify what people really think is acceptable behavior and redefine what it means to be loyal Students often have the wrong idea...
Your genetic code has lots of ‘words’ for the same thing – information theory may help explain the redundancies The same amino acid can be encoded by...
Fragile X syndrome often results from improperly processed genetic material – correctly cutting RNA offers a potential treatment For many people with fragile X, the mutated gene...
Measuring helium in distant galaxies may give physicists insight into why the universe exists New measurements from Japan’s Subaru telescope have helped researchers study the matter-antimatter asymmetry...
Laughter can communicate a lot more than good humor – people use it to smooth social interactions A well-deployed laugh can help grease a social interaction, even...
Horse health research will help humans stay healthy, too, with insights on reining in diabetes and obesity Learning how to treat endocrine disorders in horses may also...
