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IBM Scientists Image Individual Molecular Bonds Using Atomic Force Microscopy
IBM scientists have used a technique called atomic force microscopy (AFM) to distinguish individual molecular bonds in a molecule. September 14, 2012
Massive Roman Mosaic Uncovered in Southern Turkey
Researchers from University of Nebraska-Lincoln discovered a 1,600-square-foot mosaic in southern Turkey. It is believed to be part of a Roman bath. September 13, 2012
Researchers Develop Computer Program That Can Identify Sketches
Researchers from Brown University and the Technical University of Berlin have developed an interactive sketch recognition engine (computer program) that can identify abstract sketches. September 13, 2012
Dramatic Increase in Spiders Reported on Guam After Invasive Treesnake Wipes Out Native Birds
Biologists from Rice University, the University of Washington and the University of Guam have found that the Pacific island's jungles have as many as 40 times more spiders than are found on nearby islands like Saipan. September 13, 2012
World Health Organization Says Ebola Outbreak in Congo Not Under Control
Reuters reports that the World Health Organization is warning that an ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is not under control. September 13, 2012
Very Large and Unusual Odor Event: Salton Sea Blamed for Rotten Egg Smell in Los Angeles
The Salton Sea is located 150 miles east of Los Angeles. September 12, 2012
New Monkey Species Discovered in Africa
A new monkey species has been discovered in the remote forests of DR Congo. September 12, 2012
Madidi National Park in Northwest Bolivia May be Most Biologically Diverse Place on Earth
The Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) says a remote park in northwest Bolivia may be the most biologically diverse place on earth. September 12, 2012
Archaeologists May Have Found Skeleton of King Richard III
Researchers believe they may have found the remains of King Richard III. September 12, 2012
Scientists Wear Masks While Capturing Crows to Test Their Reactions to Human Faces
Scientists donned masks and then captured crows in a study that tested crows reactions to human faces. September 11, 2012
DARPA's Robotic Pack Mules Traverse Rugged Terrain
DARPA has demonstrated improvements to its robotic pack mules developed by Boston Dynamics. September 11, 2012
Little Australian Wasp Hunts Venomous Redback Spiders
University of Adelaide researchers have announced that a small wasp is being dubbed the redback spider-hunting wasp. September 11, 2012
Scientists Announce First Genetically Pure Bison Calf Produced by Embryo Transfer
The Wildlife Conservation Society's Bronx Zoo recently announced the birth of the first ever genetically pure American bison calf produced by embryo transfer. September 10, 2012
Curiosity Rover Takes Self Portrait
NASA's Curiosity rover snapped this photograph of itself on Mars. September 10, 2012
Third Yosemite Hantavirus Death Reported, Number of People Potentially Exposed Climbs to 22,000
NBC reports that Yosemite National Park has now sent out warnings to 22,000 people telling them they may have been exposed to hantavirus. September 7, 2012
Section of China's Yangtze River Turns Red
Part of China's Yangtze river has turned red. September 7, 2012
Researchers Turn Madagascar Hissing Cockroaches Into Remote Control Cockroach Cyborgs
Researchers from North Carolina State University have created remote control cockroach cyborgs. September 7, 2012
Study Finds Deep-sea Crabs Locate Food With Ultraviolet Vision
Researchers have discovered that some deep-sea crabs use ultraviolet vision to find food. September 6, 2012
DARPA's Cheetah Robots Hit 28.3 Mph, Now Faster Than Usain Bolt's Peak Speed
DARPA's Cheetah robot continues to get faster. September 6, 2012
Researchers Discover Ladybugs Can Walk Underwater Using Trapped Air Bubbles on Their Feet
Researchers have discovered that ladybugs (or ladybird beetles) can walk underwater using air bubbles trapped on their feet. September 6, 2012