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Women's hands have more kinds of bacteria than men's, study finds
Researchers say palms hold a greater diversity of bugs than anyone suspected. But they don't know why women's hands have roughly 40% more species. ...
Skeleton of 12,000-year-old shaman found
JERUSALEM, Nov. 6 (UPI) -- Israeli scientists say they've found the skeleton of a 12,000 year-old Natufian shaman buried with 50 tortoise shells, a leopard's pelvis and a...
Dementia problem for WA Indigenous
Research has found that Indigenous people living in Western Australia have one of the highest rates of dementia in the world – five times that of other Australians.
'Rareness' key to some insects being favoured by evolution
As the saying goes- blondes have more fun, but in the world of insects it may actually be the rare 'redheads' that have the last laugh... at least in terms...
Study shows how bodies decompose indoors
ATHENS, Ohio, Nov. 4 (UPI) -- U.S. scientists say they've created a technique that, in the absence of bones, clothing or hair, can verify whether a body has...
Study IDs world's most innovative nations
BETHLEHEM, Pa., Nov. 4 (UPI) -- Japan and the Nordic countries are the world's most innovative nations, a U.S. study concluded.
Living fossils still doing it
For the first time in 200 years New Zealand scientists have found proof that tuataras, ancient lizards known as 'living fossils', are still breeding.
Genetic Evidence For Avian Influenza Movement From Asia To North America Via Wild Birds
Wild migratory birds may be more important carriers of avian influenza viruses from continent to continent than previously thought, according to new scientific research that has important implications for highly...
Spring bloom brings 'jelly balls' to NSW coast
(PhysOrg.com) -- An unusual abundance of jelly-like creatures has been discovered in waters along the NSW coast from Sydney to Newcastle during a marine survey of the region by a...
Ancient iceman probably has no modern relatives
LONDON (Reuters) - "Otzi," Italy's prehistoric iceman, probably does not have any modern day descendants, according to a study published Thursday.
Bats galore at the Discovery Science Center
The fact-filled exhibition 'Masters of the Night' comes to Santa Ana. ...
A new chapter in science and technology at Huntington Library
"Beautiful Science: Ideas That Changed the World," a permanent exhibit dedicated to books, manuscripts, letters and scientific devices, opens Saturday. ...
Jane Goodall branches out
Goodall, who is set to receive the Leakey Prize, is focusing on humanitarian efforts. She says chimps in Africa can't be protected unless people's living conditions are improved.
Toward a safer, more effective method for preserving museum specimens
Some of the most fascinating creatures ever to inhabit the Earth can be seen today only in the form of preserved museum specimens. Researchers now are reporting progress toward a...
Archeological site in Florence opens to visitors
The city of Florence is lifting the covers of an archeological dig under one of its most storied buildings, the Palazzo Vecchio, which was once the seat of local government.
Mexico City's 'water monster' nears extinction
(AP) -- Beneath the tourist gondolas in the remains of a great Aztec lake lives a creature that resembles a monster - and a Muppet - with its slimy...
Nick Cohen: Beware - creationism's march will go on
The idea of intelligent fundamentalists, like the theory of intelligent design, does not stand up to 30 seconds' scrutin
Eastern Pacific tuna hang in the balance
Next week marks a pivotal moment for Eastern Pacific tuna. The Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission (IATTC), the international body charged with the conservation and management of tuna and associated species...
Bare bones of crystal growth: Biomolecules enhance metal contents in calcite
From shells to bones, the skeletons of organisms contain small amounts of impurity elements such as magnesium. Because the levels of these elements provide important clues to past environments, a...
Caesar's British Landing Site Pinned Down
Julius Caesar arrived off the coast of Britain in 55 b.c. But where did he land?
Sea Urchin Yields Key Secret Of Biomineralization
The teeth and bones of mammals, the protective shells of mollusks, and the needle-sharp spines of sea urchins and other marine creatures are made-from-scratch wonders of nature.
African Spirit Bundle Found; Hints at U.S. Slave Ritual
An 18th-century relic found under the streets of Annapolis, Maryland, is one of the earliest examples of African religious rituals in the U.S., according to archaeologists.
Less women reaching the top
The glass ceiling may once again be in place for women, according to a new report that found the number of female executives has declined in the past two years.
Birth of a new ocean
(PhysOrg.com) -- In a remote part of northern Ethiopia, the Earth`s crust is being stretched to breaking point, providing geologists with a unique opportunity to watch the birth of what...
Hints behind autumnal tints
Austrian scientists unravel the secrets behind the dramatic colours of autumn.
Ten scariest animals in nature
If you're looking for something truly scary, let nature be your guide. From flesh-destroying spiders to human-eating reptiles, here's a look at some of the scariest beasts to walk, skitter...
History of obsession explored in new book
A new book from a University of Illinois at Chicago scholar examines the progression of obsessive behaviour from its religious and secular origins to its present status as a medical...
Islands: Exquisite Labs of Evolution
A scientist studies lemurs, the crown jewels of evolution in Madagascar.