Thought Innovation
Deconstructing Dad
Fatherhood remains a ripe subject for scientific research. Here are 10 recent studies on the transformation from man to dad
It’s a Long Story
In Facebook world, you'd think there wouldn't be much of a future for nonfiction storytelling. But several startups are trying to keep the narrative alive
Roiling in the Deep
It's World Oceans Day and here are 10 things scientists know about what's happening under the sea that they didn't a year ago
Combinatorial Creativity and the Myth of Originality
The power of the synthesizing mind and the building blocks of combinatorial creativity
Taking Control of Your Dreams
Not a lot of research has been done on lucid dreaming, but new devices are now helping people influence what's going on in their heads while they sleep
Talking With Machines
Siri is far from perfect, but It's shown the potential of voice recognition software and artificial intelligence. Coming soon: conversations with our cars
What’s Going On With Ice Cream?
Not only is it now available in once unimaginable flavors, like salted caramel and prosciutto, but scientists also are trying to make it good for you
What Makes a 21st Century Mom?
Not an easy answer. But here are 10 recent studies on what it means to be a mother today
Next Up? The Smart Watch
If the crowd-funding spike for the Pebble smart watch is any indication, wearable tech is about to go mainstream
When Innovation Flows Uphill
Think that all the best inventions happen in rich countries and trickle down to poor ones? Think again
E-Book Recreates a Monster
Frankenstein is back, but this time his story is interactive, as publishers scramble to "enhance" novels
Welcome to the 21st Century Ballpark
The new Marlins Park in Miami isn't another retro stadium. No, it's high-tech and arty and a little bit wacky
The Brain is Full of Surprises
New research suggests the brain is more organized than previously thought and alsothat a full memory can reside within only a few neurons
Time to Reinvent the Parking Lot
Some urban planners and architects say we can do a lot better than asphalt slabs and concrete boxes
When Robots Get Morals
The rapid development of artificial intelligence is bringing us closer to the day when machines will be able to think for themselves
When Cameras Trick Us and We Love It
Technological wizardry is allowing us to see the natural world in stunningly new ways
Somebody’s Tracking You
Technology now allows companies to follow your behavior on the Web and customize ads for you based on that data. When does that become invasion of privacy?
Pain and the Brain
Our nervous system can hold on to pain memories for a long time. But scientists may have found a way to make pain go away for good
The Race For an Alzheimer’s Miracle
Researchers have made a flurry of discoveries related to memory loss recently. But will they really help us find a way to keep brains from shutting down?
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