Seeing The Forest For The Tea
A scientist explores the tasty benefits of diversifying crops.
7:46
A Robotic Life Raft, the Evolution of Your Nose, and the Joy of Sleep
Robotics researchers are working to make a robotic life raft more autonomous—and friendlier—in order to aid lifeguards.
Rainy Day? Microbes May Be At Play
A closer look at how some species of airborne bacteria can influence precipitation and lightning.
7:31
Synthetic Yeast, Fake Science News, and the Tully Monster
Researchers have now synthesized over a third of the yeast genome.
6:38
The Science of Tuvan Throat Singing
Tuvan throat singers have developed a technique that allows them to produce two notes at one time.
The Highs And Lows Of Tuvan Throat Singing
The Tuvan throat-singing band Alash Ensemble can sing low and high notes simultaneously, inspiring wonder and a deep appreciation for their craft.
7:20
The Oldest Fossil, Colon Cancer Rates, and Foodie Fads
Researchers discovered what seem to be fossilized bacteria that are 3.77 and 4.28 billion years-old.
4:47
A Sweet Way to Test for Pee in the Pool
Testing pools for an artificial sweetener can reveal if swimmers peed in the water.
16:17
A Thumb Drive Made of Genes?
We keep talking about storing our data in DNA. How soon will it happen?
To Survive on Mars, BYO Bacteria
Microbes could form the basis of a human life support system on the Red Planet.