The Sciences
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
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The Sciences
The Amtrak Derailment and Newton's First Law
If speed was the problem, then here is the physics of what may have happened
The Sciences
How a Wire Was Used to Measure a Tiny Force of Gravity
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
Evolution
Pitcher Plant Captures Prey in Batches
A design flaw in the carnivorous plant could be its greatest asset
Environment
Can Winter De-Icers Go Completely Green?
Additives to road salt designed to make it more environmentally friendly might still have tradeoffs
Space & Physics
Meteorite Bears Evidence of Magnetic Fields in Early Solar System
New research shows that magnetic fields played a role in the solar system's formation
Evolution
How to Win Friends and Influence Ducklings
How should you treat your ducks? The answer is mired in duckling politics
Space & Physics
Impact Craters May Have Cradled Life on Earth
Asteroid and comet impacts could have destroyed some habitats for life while also creating new ones for bacteria
Biology
Why Winter Endurance Athletes Compete In So Many Races
Athletes often are able to race again just days later in part because winter sports typically involve less pounding of the joints
Space & Physics
Why Speed Skaters Perform Better at Higher Elevations
Sochi's elevation makes speed-skating world records unlikely
