We usually define bacteria as being single-celled organisms. But with microbes, there’s always an exception to the rule.
Continue ReadingSarah McAunulty founded Skype a Scientist and uses science communication to get people excited about squid and science!
Continue ReadingThis article is an attempt to summarize strategies being employed to reduce plastic waste and some fundamental chemical difficulties with these processes. It is my hope to inform on the progress of recyclable and biodegradable plastics.
Continue ReadingA decade ago, the discovery of graphene left everyone in anticipation of a tech revolution. But where has all the hype gone?
Continue ReadingWhat makes humans more complex than plants or bacteria? Surprisingly, it’s not how much DNA we have, but rather how much of our DNA doesn’t encode for protein – known as the non-coding genome.
Continue ReadingFinding an exoplanet using one of the most common methods is pretty easy in theory. But be warned, it’s much harder in practice than it sounds.
Continue ReadingNatural gas production through hydraulic fracturing (‘fracking’) has boomed in the past decade in the United States due to an increase in permits for gas exploration and a decrease in prices which drives consumer demand, a concerning trend for human health and the environment.
Continue ReadingThe Maillard reaction that takes place in nearly all of food preparation.
Continue ReadingHow does the experience of food insecurity relate to health? Learn why food access is considered an up and coming social determinant of health.
Continue ReadingBiomedical research currently relies on single-use plastics but how often do we actually consider the effects of that reliance?
Continue ReadingScientists in Switzerland found that something unexpected may help your body fight against the flu virus this season, eating more fiber.
Continue ReadingJust in time for Halloween, join Jenna Beam in an exploration of what causes Rick and Morty – I mean rigor mortis.
Continue ReadingHave you ever wondered why antioxidants have become a staple ingredient in skincare and cosmetics? Read more to learn about how antioxidants protect your skin from premature aging, and how scientist are making these formulations better with nanotechnology.
Continue ReadingIn trying to improve human health, research has left out a huge portion of humanity. This bias doesn’t just hurt women, it impedes the progress of medicine.
Continue ReadingWe eat (or drink) them all the time, but what about in the lab? For scientists, yeast has been an invaluable tool for making biological discoveries.
Continue ReadingScientists discovered that a group of dinosaurs with very long necks called sauropods likely had beaks, rather than the previously accepted “lizard-like” face.
Continue ReadingSeminal research finds that health and social problems are worse when inequality is high.
Continue ReadingHormonal birth control has been controversial for years, but has lately been put through the ringer. Here we delve into the biology behind the menstrual cycle, what hormonal birth control really is, and whether or not you should cleanse your body from it.
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