All Stories by Rachel Ehrenberg
- Fossils
Scientists are rethinking the dinosaur family tree
The dinosaur family tree consists of three main branches. Or maybe not. A new study suggests a rewrite is due.
- Genetics
How to view tiny parts of DNA? Make them ‘blink’
A new technique can image nanoscale structures in cells without hurting them. No dyes needed. All you have to do is stimulate them with the right color of light.
- Tech
Silk’s superpowers
Scientists are studying the strong and stretchy material in spiders, insects and even goats.
-
Middle school science adventures
Curiosity brings kids to Washington, D.C. for national science competition.
- Animals
Blooming jellies
Jellyfish and other gooey marine creatures are showing up in new places, and scientists are trying to discover why.
-
