Satellites might be constantly watching the planet, but we don't have a dedicated orbital volcano observatory that could save countless lives and dollars. ...read more
The myth of left- or right-brained dominance has become a convenient way to explain away our personality quirks, but these neuroscientists are setting the record straight. ...read more
No matter who you are, rejection hurts. Scientists are able to map the very-real processes behind our social aches — and learn how similar they are to physical pain. ...read more
Faced with a scarcity of fossil-derived DNA at certain archaeological sites, researchers searched the dirt — and found a genetic treasure trove. ...read more