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Dogs Recognize Familiar Faces from Images
Most scientists once thought that only humans and primates had the ability to recognize familiar faces. However, a recent study shows that dogs also have that ability. Read the article to find out more.
Bat Echo
Many bats use echolocation to find food. To attract nectar-drinking bats, some tropical flowers reflect sound. Find out how this partnership benefits both bats and flowers.
Fire in Nature
Is a forest fire ever a good thing? Fire can be “Nature’s housekeeper,” by killing insects and causing the rebirth of forests. Use the interactive map to discover how natural and prescribed fires in various areas of the U.S. can help, rather than be disasters.
The science of stage fright (and how to overcome it)
Afraid of giving speeches? If so, you’re not alone. Watch this video about how the fear of speaking in public affects the body, and how to trick your brain so that your body stays calm.
Students immersed in Chinese culture
Watch a video about a group of American students on a cultural exchange in China. Immersing themselves in the culture, these students will spend a year in China learning Mandarin and living with locals.
Photographing on Top of the World
Joe McNally takes photographs in hard-to-reach and risky places. Recently, he made it to the top of the world’s tallest building in Dubai to take a photo of the view. Read about it, and watch a video of how he did it, here.
The Science of Choking Under Pressure
Trying to hit a ball, make a speech, or do any job flawlessly under pressure can lead to choking. Overthinking an action can lead to making a fatal mistake. Read what scientists are finding out about the brain and this human failing.
The Amazon Basin
The Amazon River is teeming with amazing sights. Explore pictures of its strange and beautiful wildlife in this article.
The size of your brain’s visual center affects how you see the world
A scientist from University College, London, has discovered that a purely physical aspect of the brain may be responsible for how people can look at the same thing and see two different things.
Good Art Is Popular Because It’s Good. Right?
In an effort to find out why certain pieces of art are successful, a Princeton professor designed a study that concluded that chance has a lot to do with it.
How Smart Is An Octopus?
Dogs, dolphins, and parrots are known to show intelligent behavior, but now the octopus is being studied too. Watch the unusual actions that are making researchers take a closer look at these weird underwater creatures. Then read about the intelligent actions observed in several other animals.
Decade-Old Rover Adventure Continues on Mars and Earth
The rovers Spirit and Opportunity landed on Mars in 2004. Ten years later, Opportunity is still exploring. Learn about the team behind the rovers, and what they have accomplished.
Can Phobias Be Cured in Our Sleep?
Read about a new study suggests we can train our brain to overcome our fears while we sleep.
Why are there so many arches at Arches?
Arches National Park has the densest concentration of natural stone arches in the world. With over 2,000 documented arches in the park, we find out how did so many arches form?
Why do we see illusions?
How do optical illusions fool us? Watch as Mark Changizi explains how the brain interprets straight lines as curves and sees motion in still images.
Microbes at Work
The tiniest organisms are the most essential to sustaining life on earth. Discover the many ways in which we depend on microbes.
How Wilderness Survival Kits Work
For a hiker lost in the wilderness, packing the right supplies is a matter of life and death. Find out what’s most important to carry along to ensure survival and a safe return home.
Artful Animals
Through the years, African artists have crafted animal artifacts as symbols of specific ideas and traits. Explore the many links on this site to view some artifacts and to discover how the traits of various animals play a key role in African folktales.
Hurricane Katrina
In August of 2005, Hurricane Katrina ravaged the Gulf Coast, causing widespread flooding in New Orleans and killing many people. Revisit the experience of the storm and learn about how people responded in the aftermath.