The brain is a fascinating and mysterious organ, a little biological computer that dictates everything its owner does. Animal brains…
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Something between a greenhouse, a laboratory and an art exhibit, the shimmering plastic bags and tubes that hang from the…
Thundersnow... if there's a more awesome-sounding meteorological phenomenon, then bring it on! While the name “Thundersnow” is eminently suitable for…
When engineers turn to nature for inspiration, they rely upon the wisdom of millions of years of evolution to guide…
Gone before their time? These 10 extinct species are certainly gone but they're not forgotten, and they may not even…
Animal Whispering may seem to be a modern method of gently communicating with animals but it's actually a kinder, gentler…
We have become obsessed with eliminating bacteria, attacking with gels and wipes the microbes we associate with infection, illness and…
Unchecked human activity has destroyed animal habitats and disturbed the delicate balance of many ecosystems, reducing the populations of many…
Amber, or fossil tree sap, can contain perfectly preserved prehistoric plants, insects and animals many millions of years old. These…
The search for sustainable building materials has led us through all kinds of natural and man-made substances, from wood to…
