Innovation September 26, 2017 DNA breakthrough: Scientists repair genes in human embryos to prevent inherited diseases In a major scientific breakthrough, researchers have harnessed a gene-editing tool to correct a disease-causing gene mutation in human embryos, preventing the mutation from passing to future generations.
Solar Eclipse September 26, 2017 Students prepare to launch balloons to get bird's-eye view of solar eclipse For the first time advances in technology will make it possible for world-wide solar eclipse enthusiasts to watch live-streamed video of the celestial phenomenon – and they are doing it with balloons.
Digging History September 26, 2017 DNA discovery unravels the mystery of early Greek civilizations DNA research is shedding new light on the mysterious ancient Minoan civilization on the island of Crete and their counterparts on the Greek mainland, the Mycenaeans.
Dinosaurs September 26, 2017 Dinosaurs beheaded: Vandals attack dino models at museum Stunned children discovered three beheaded model dinosaurs at Australia's National Dinosaur Museum.
Genetics September 26, 2017 Women's brains are more active than men's in 2 key areas In the latest "men are from Mars, women are from Venus" debate, neuroscience jumps into the fray.
Innovation September 26, 2017 Gene editing breakthrough could pave way for pig-to-human organ transplants Scientists have harnessed gene-editing technology to eliminate viruses in pigs that could be harmful to people, potentially laying the foundations for pig-to-human organ transplants.
Innovation September 26, 2017 Scientists create world's first mutant ants with gene editing technology It may sound like a script for a science fiction movie, but scientists have created the world’s first mutant ants.
Armed Forces September 25, 2017 Sonic weapons reported in Cuba: Could sound be harnessed in an attack? Reports that a mysterious sonic weapon has been used to target American diplomats in Cuba are puzzling scientists.
Biology August 17, 2017 New taste simulator allows you to digitally sample food Sample your favorite foods without the calories.
Food Trends August 17, 2017 According to researchers, Sriracha lovers are masochists Sriracha might be the world’s new favorite condiment -- but it is also a trigger for the hidden masochist in all of us.
Biology August 17, 2017 The next Einstein? America's best and brightest minds From curing blindness to building safer bridges to specialized 3-D that can save lives, American innovators are taking on science’s biggest challenges.