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Hyenas, far from the snarling beasts of animated film
Photo GalleryMovies like the 'Lion King' have given hyenas a bad reputation of lawless scavengers. But these unique hunters actually live in complex social groups. Learn more about hyenas and the large family groups they live in. -
Understanding how collaborative efforts have shaped human evolution
December 5, 2011It is easy to see that humans are a social species, however new research shows that we may actually prefer to work together in groups more than other species. -
Crowd funding scientific research
December 5, 2011With increased competition for government grants, some scientists are turning to public donations to fund smaller research goals. Crowd funding has been successful for artists, charities, even politicians. Could it work for science? -
Pristine gas from the Big Bang
December 2, 2011Gas clouds were recently found that are missing heavy metals and have the correct ratios of other elements that they seem to be pristine gas clouds left from the Big Bang. -
The water fluoridation controversy
December 2, 2011In many places in the U.S., fluoride is added to public drinking water to help protect teeth against cavities and strengthen bones. However there is a growing movement to stop adding fluoride to water, citing the dangers of fluorosis.