Articles by Rebecca Boyle
Researchers confirm that sharks use a magnetic field to change their route.
Understanding how magnetic fields change is crucial for protecting communications networks and power grids.
The heavenly orbs are not quite stars and not quite planets.
To researchers' surprise, Comet 67P/Churyumov–Gerasimenko has ice that's fluffier than freshly fallen snow.
A new study suggests a correlation between volcanic activity and heavy rainfall, but other volcanologists are skeptical.
Understanding how seemingly solid rocks get squished could make mining and construction projects safer.
Food scientists are developing food for astronauts that stays nutritious and fresh for at least three years.
Ongoing studies try to quantify the risks and benefits of contact sports.
New evidence for how childhood infections could trigger ciliac disease.
New measurements could help explain a long-standing scientific puzzle.
Extending daylight hours could help decrease animal-vehicle collisions.
Two new studies find that electronic device use near bedtime is linked with poor sleep in adults and children.