Katharine Gammon is a writer based in Santa Monica, Calif. Her work has appeared in the Atlantic, the Guardian and the New York Times. She writes about the intersection of science, the environment, wildlife and culture. Follow Gammon on Twitter @kategammon.
Urban Wildfire Smoke Sensors Miss Some Harmful Chemicals
As fires burned in Los Angeles this year, newer toxin monitors found contaminants that aren’t measured by standard methods. Now scientists and officials are pushing for better detection
Airborne DNA Can Reveal Earth’s Biodiversity
Genetic material in the air holds clues to nearby wildlife, studies reveal
DNA in Air Can Catalog Hidden Insects All around Us
New proof-of-concept research shows how environmental DNA (eDNA) technology could be used to assess what is buzzing by
Haemophilia's Crippling Joint Pain Is a Target for Scientists
The hunt is on for ways to diagnose and treat the joint problems that are now the main chronic problem in haemophilia
Dance It Out
New lab opens to investigate the vibe between dancers, musicians and audience members
What Happens When 10 Inches of Snow Isn't 10 Inches?
Rudimentary technology for measuring snow depth gets an update with new gauges, lasers, GPS and wind shields
The Mathematical Butterfly: Simulations Provide New Insights on Flight
Butterflies face more bumpy, turbulent skies than previously thought. Insights into their flight could help make micro-aerial vehicles more maneuverable