May. 24, 2013
Having a Dog May Mean Having Extra Microbes
Houses with dogs had more types of bacteria, say researchers who surveyed surfaces in 40 homes.
Tackling New Tech in the Golden Years
How, and why, have some older people overcome the challenges of learning new technology?
Tracking Killer Tornadoes
The massive tornado that struck Oklahoma this week was the product of specific atmospheric conditions—and bad luck.
Studies Question Potential Alzheimer's Treatment
A skin cancer drug shown to lessen Alzheimer's symptoms in mice may not work as originally claimed.
‘Crazy Ants’ Spreading in the Southeastern US
Tawny crazy ants, recent arrivals to the country, are able to drive out even the imported fire ant.
May. 24, 2013
May. 17, 2013
Desktop Diaries: Daniel Kahneman
"I have always emphasized the willingness to discard," says psychologist and Nobel Laureate Daniel Kahneman. That philosophy works on two levels -- forget desk trinkets, Kahneman doesn't have a desk -- and he doesn't hoard ideas either he says.
