IN THE LAB
Reclusive Cockroach Species Found In China
Scientists have discovered two new representatives of the poorly understood Panesthia genus of wood-eating cockroaches in China.
The Birth Of Little Twin Stars
High resolution observations and supercomputer modeling have allowed astronomers to understand the formation of binary stars.
Studying Surface Tension With Kitchen Sink Science
A study on loops and soap film generates further questions on topics from vertebrate gut formation to materials science.
Kangaroos Eating Lizards Out Of House & Home
While they may be cute and cuddly, kangaroos are also a threat to many of Australia's vulnerable reptile species.
The Dust That Discolors The Taj Mahal
Scientists have identified the particles responsible for discoloring the Taj Mahal, some of which are also harmful to human health.
The Slow Evolution Of Crocodiles
Three papers shed light on the unusually slow evolution of the crocodilian genome, paving the way for better selective breeding.
A Flock Of Bird Data
The efforts of a consortium of over 200 scientists has resulted in a better understanding of the incredible diversity of birds.
Peering Into The iPS Black Box
An ambitious project has tracked the epigenetic, transcriptional and proteomic changes that occur during the formation of induced pluripotent stem cells.
Detecting Pressure From Any Angle
Electronic skin that can feel in three dimensions could improve the sensitivity of prosthetic limbs and robotic sensors.
