Indiana Jones and the Temple of eBay
The digital revolution lets antiquities forgers sell their 'replicas' worldwide, unintentionally undermining the black market in looted artifacts.
Iran: From Axis to Ally?
A new book says that Iran's leadership is opportunistic, not evil, and therefore open to imaginative American policy initiatives.
Burning Fat With E. Coli’s Help
As this blog has been telling readers for a while now, medical research on mice should never be shunted — unless, of course, the 'shunt' itself is the focus of the research.
Nanoparticles to Target Plaque
Nanoparticles that help form 'micelles' — how perfect for this blog — help in targeting plaque linked to cardiovascular disease.
This Might Explain Mickey’s Vocal Range
If you've ever found yourself wondering, 'Why can't mice talk?' this is the study (and, let's face it, the blog) for you.
What If There Was a Class War and Nobody Showed Up?
In a new book that questions the concept of 'class war,' two academics argue that income inequality is not a partisan issue but an American problem, and that citizens should 'make a ruckus' about it.
Rats: Just a Bunch of Homebodies
It's called the 'rat race,' but it turns out they're not really going very far.
This Is a Mouse’s Brain on Prozac
How, exactly, do antidepressant drugs like Prozac affect the brain?
SARS and the Stuff in Your Fish Tank
Humans often don't know what's in nature's medicine chest, but a brand-new study suggests that even the scummier corners may hold cures.
A Spicy Way to Keep the Weight Off?
Think you might be adding an extra pound or two around the middle? Well, then it might be time to reach up to that spice shelf and take down your bottle of turmeric powder.