Science & Nature

Migraines

Source: CNN

Migraine headaches can be frightening as well as painful. While there is no cure for them, scientists are finding new ways to manage them.

What Does it Mean To Be Human?

Source: Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

From cave paintings to the first written words, human beings have been making themselves “heard” for a very long time. This section of the Museum of Natural History’s website provides a quick tour of how our use of language and symbols has grown over many, many centuries.

Mass Extinctions

Source: National Geographic

Five mass extinctions—the die-off of a majority of species—have occurred in earth’s history. What causes these periodic extinctions? A sudden change in climate or atmosphere that living things can’t adapt quickly enough to survive. Find out what we know about these changes and what species were able to flourish in their wake.

How can we save our dying coral reefs?

Source: BBC

Though we often hear a lot about human activity destroying coral reefs, humans are also taking strides in saving and restoring them. Learn more in this article by science reporter Gaia Vince.

Eating on Mars? Be Sure to Pack the Tortillas

Source: WUTC Public Radio

Life on Mars is a work in progress. Six NASA volunteers took part in the HI-SEAS (Hawaii Space Exploration Analog and Simulation) experiment to explore how astronauts might one day live on Mars. Investigate the importance of food preparation on such a mission.

What is a Green Roof?

Source: How Stuff Works

Planting gardens on rooftops is an idea that is catching on. You can find green roofs in urban environments, where space is limited and it is difficult to make room for plants. Learn all about the costs and benefits of green roofs here.

Scientists create scarily strong drones inspired by wasps

Source: TechRadar

Researchers study wasps to figure out how to create a drone that can move and lift other objects.

Nature’s calling — for more human diversity

Source: CNN

Studies suggest that the majority of visitors to national parks and other public natural spaces in our country are white. This article examines that trend and looks at ways to encourage people of more diverse ethnic backgrounds to enjoy the great outdoors.