Eau de Cité
Mapping the smells of a city may help governments plan better, richer cities, researchers argue.
A First Crack at the Rogue Wave Puzzle
Physicists find that mysterious rogue waves are more predictable than we previously thought.
Lie Detection Takes a Village
Researchers find that groups are better than individuals at catching dissemblers—though not by much.
The Sleeping Beauties of Science
Late-blooming research turns out to be common, according to ... new research.
Do Infections Make You Dumber?
A Danish study suggests a link between severe infection and lower IQ scores.
Chamomile Tea, the Life Extender?
A new study finds lower mortality rates among Hispanic women who drink chamomile tea as an herbal remedy.
Ethical Decisions Aided by Temptation
Researchers find that contemplating indiscretions in the past promotes ethical decision-making today.
Conservationists Might Want to Look to the Mountains for Answers
Regarding the world's mountains, it turns out pointy peaks like the Alps are the exception, not the rule. That's potentially good news for species in search of cooler temperatures higher up.
Dads Don’t Speak Parentese
A preliminary study indicates that dads speak in the same tones with kids as they do adults.
