A storm of tweets followed Superstorm Sandy’s path When storms hit, people hunker down and tweet. Their social media activity tracks natural disasters and their damage, a new study shows. Source: Science News A storm of tweets followed Superstorm Sandy’s…
Organic molecules help fatten cloud-making water droplets
Organic molecules help fatten cloud-making water droplets Cloud-forming water droplets can grow larger thanks to organic molecules on the exterior of the drop, new research suggests. Source: Science News Organic molecules help fatten cloud-making water droplets Science News
"Alien" DNA Strands Discovered in Human Genome
“Alien” DNA Strands Discovered in Human Genome Science has already successfully mapped the human genome and identified the functions of specific genes in hereditary characteristics, such as skin color. But few people know that some of the DNA strands in…
A Brain Parasite Might Be Causing Road Rage
A Brain Parasite Might Be Causing Road Rage People who are prone to road rage might not simply be experiencing stress due to rude drivers and motorists, but may actually be suffering from parasitic infection in their brain, according to…
Unknown species hide among Texas cave crickets
Unknown species hide among Texas cave crickets A study of population structure among a genus of cave crickets reveals that new species are waiting to be discovered. Source: Science News Unknown species hide among Texas cave crickets Science News
Study Reveals Vulnerable Areas in the US for Zika Virus
Study Reveals Vulnerable Areas in the US for Zika Virus Scientists, medical professionals and public officials are alarmed by the continued global spread of the Zika virus. With the looming threat, the United States may not be completely safe, as…
SEC Orders Exxon Mobil to Include Climate Change Vote
SEC Orders Exxon Mobil to Include Climate Change Vote Exxon Mobil Corp. has recently been ordered by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to include a resolution on climate change on its annual shareholder proxy meeting, as per a…
US, Argentina Join Forces Against Climate Change
US, Argentina Join Forces Against Climate Change U.S. President Barack Obama and Argentinian President Mauricio Mari recently agreed to work together to fight climate change, according to a Reuters report. Source: Natures Talk Show via Nature World News US, Argentina…
