Can We Predict Earthquakes?
Source: Curiosity
Watch this short video on ways people have tried to predict earthquakes. But do any of them work so that we can avoid major disasters?
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Crows are smarter than you think
Source: (e) Science News
Crows remember faces, use tools, and communicate danger to each other. But can they think? Find out what surprising things researchers are discovering about crows’ intelligence.
From World’s Fair to Maker Faire: Isaac Asimov
Source: Make Magazine
In 1964, science fiction writer Isaac Asimov made predictions of many technological advancements. Many are here today. Will your work in the future bring more of his visions into our lives?
Litter To Your Heart’s Content With This Seed-Bomb Coffee Cup
Source: Fast Company
As consumers, do we give enough thought to the amount of waste we generate or where it ends up? This Kickstarter project aims to educate consumers about their waste by producing a coffee cup that can be used to grow plants or trees.
Kepler Discovers Solar System’s Ancient ‘Twin’
Source: Discovery News
Astronomers studying data from NASA’s Kepler spacecraft have discovered a star that’s 11.2 billion years old and has at least five Earth-size planets.
The Code That May Treat Blindness
Source: BBC
Neuroscientist Sheila Nirenberg explains how technology she has built can transmit visual code directly to the eye and bypass damaged cells.
Faulkner of Oil Country: Rick Bass Talks New Novel
Source: The Daily Beast
Author Rick Bass discusses the inspirations for his stories and novels.
Humans are wired for prejudice but that doesn’t have to be the end of the story
Source: The Conversation
In this article, neuroscientist Caitlin Millett explains how reactions in people’s brains affect their prejudices, and she calls on society to use the information learned from on-going research to end social injustices and conflicts.
‘Blindness’ May Rapidly Enhance Other Senses
Source: ScienceDaily
The power suddenly goes out, and you’re left in a dark room; how do you find your way? You might at first think you’re helpless, but your other senses quickly spring into action to compensate for your temporary loss of sight. Here’s a peek at the science behind this ability.
Do Twins Have a Mysterious Connection?
Source: Discovery News
We sometimes hear about remarkable coincidences in the lives of twins who have lost touch with each other or live hundreds of miles apart. Do twins share such a strong bond that they can experience each others’ distant thoughts and feelings? Or is something else at work?