
Mouse Senses Magnetic Fields Possibly via Quantum Processes
Some organisms’ internal compasses relay direction via magnetic iron crystals, but in wood mice and birds, a totally different compass seems to rely on quantum processes
Some organisms’ internal compasses relay direction via magnetic iron crystals, but in wood mice and birds, a totally different compass seems to rely on quantum processes
If speed was the problem, then here is the physics of what may have happened
The crowning achievement of the 18th-century researcher was the design of the first experiment to measure the force of gravity between masses in a lab
A design flaw in the carnivorous plant could be its greatest asset
Additives to road salt designed to make it more environmentally friendly might still have tradeoffs
New research shows that magnetic fields played a role in the solar system's formation
How should you treat your ducks? The answer is mired in duckling politics
Asteroid and comet impacts could have destroyed some habitats for life while also creating new ones for bacteria
Athletes often are able to race again just days later in part because winter sports typically involve less pounding of the joints
Sochi's elevation makes speed-skating world records unlikely
Rudimentary technology for measuring snow depth gets an update with new gauges, lasers, GPS and wind shields
A computer's microphone and speakers can covertly send and receive data
Small animals are more active under the full moon when large hunters strangely tend to lie low
Ads for over-the-counter drugs are worse than those that require a prescription
Artificial light sources can negatively affect circadian rhythms, scientists say
Activation of neurons during memory formation is sufficient for an animal to later recall that memory
A new effort to college data could bring more order to this "messy" martial art
The new approach for detecting ash-filled clouds could make air travel safer
Gorilla Glass's residual stress can be explained by observing how the motion of individual atoms affects the entire system of the material
Blood-engorged hairs help bats eat
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