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Obesity Could Be the True Killer for Football Players

Head injuries have received much deserved attention in the news, but there’s a 350-pound problem that few are discussing

A Lucky Two Percent of People Have a Gene for Stink-Free Armpits

But a new study finds most of them still use deodorant

Beatboxing, as Seen Through Scientific Images

To see exactly how certain sound effects are humanly possible, a team of University of Southern California researchers took MRI scans of a beatboxer in action

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The same amount of liquor causes a higher level of intoxication when mixed with diet soda instead of regular soda, a new study finds
February 05, 2013 | By Joseph Stromberg

Head injuries have received much deserved attention in the news, but there’s a 350-pound problem that few are discussing
February 04, 2013 | By Rose Eveleth

Pro football is turning to screens--some massive, others on smart phones--to try to keep its fans entertained.
February 01, 2013 | By Randy Rieland

Head injuries have received much deserved attention in the news, but there’s a 350-pound problem that few are discussing
January 31, 2013 | By Rose Eveleth

To see exactly how certain sound effects are humanly possible, a team of University of Southern California researchers took MRI scans of a beatboxer in action
January 30, 2013 | By Megan Gambino

For lesbian, gay and bisexual individuals, a new study suggests that coming out provides a tangible health benefit, both mentally and biologically
January 29, 2013 | By Joseph Stromberg

Preview some of the top-notch shows—on anatomy, bioluminescence, water tanks and more—slated for the next year
December 28, 2012 | By Megan Gambino

Artist Lisa Nilsson creates elaborate anatomical illustrations from thin strips of paper
December 20, 2012 | By Megan Gambino

A new study suggests that lightning alone—even without the other elements of a thunderstorm—might trigger migraines
January 25, 2013 | By Joseph Stromberg

As cities like New York prepare for what appears to be a future of more extreme weather, the focus increasingly is on following nature's lead.
January 23, 2013 | By Randy Rieland

But a new study finds most of them still use deodorant
January 18, 2013 | By Joseph Stromberg

We all have to die at some point. Most of us would prefer for it to be as painless as possible. But what about those who attempt to keep us alive - doctors. How do they want to die?
January 17, 2013 | By Rose Eveleth

A two year old girl died after her caretaker allegedly poisoned her with chili powder
January 18, 2013 | By Colin Schultz

Last summer, a study found that long-term cannabis use reduced cognitive skills. A new study seems to say the opposite
January 14, 2013 | By Joseph Stromberg

A new study suggests a link, but it's important to remember the difference between causation and correlation
January 08, 2013 | By Joseph Stromberg

A new study shows that when our fingers get wrinkly, they're better at gripping wet objects
January 09, 2013 | By Joseph Stromberg

MIT scientists have created thin polymer sheets that expand and contract when in contact with water, lifting several times their weight
January 10, 2013 | By Joseph Stromberg

A new study indicates that the levels of radiation astronauts would experience over the course of a deep space mission could lead to dementia
December 31, 2012 | By Joseph Stromberg

New research indicates that the brain enters a momentary state of wakeful rest when we blink, perhaps allowing us to focus better afterward
December 24, 2012 | By Joseph Stromberg

A new study finds that under the influence of marijuana, the same levels of pain are simply less bothersome
December 20, 2012 | By Joseph Stromberg

Switching up your sleep schedule is wreaking havoc on your body’s natural rhythm
January 2013 | By Claudia Kalb

New research suggests we can defy genetic destiny
January 2013 | By Joseph Stromberg

Health and medical mobile apps are booming. But what happens when they shift from tracking data to diagnosing diseases?
December 04, 2012 | By Randy Rieland

Senility isn’t the answer; IQ scores are increasing with each generation. In a new book, political scientist James Flynn explains why
December 03, 2012 | By Megan Gambino

The system uses surgically implanted electrodes so that a blind person can "see" the letters
November 22, 2012 | By Joseph Stromberg

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