Articles by Alyssa Navarro
Wreck Of Australian Ship SS Iron Crown Found 77 Years After It Was Sunk By Japanese Submarine During World War II
Almost 80 years after its tragic end, the wreckage of an Australian ship sunk by a Japanese submarine in World War II has now been found by a team of scientists. Here is the story of how it was discovered.
Humans Can 'Smell' Odors With Their Tongue, Study Finds
A new study revealed that humans can detect the "smell" of odors using their tongue. Researchers from the Monell Chemical Senses Center in Philadelphia explained that this happens because of certain receptors.
Less Invasive Platform With Nanomaterial May Help Heal Damage After Heart Attack
A new, less invasive platform that uses nanomaterial may help heal damage in patients post-heart attack, a landmark study revealed. Researchers hope that a clinical trial could be underway.
Corals Recover After Bleaching Thanks To Soft Tissue
How do coral reefs survive and recover after bleaching events? Researchers in Hawaii sought to find out how coral reefs recover after bleaching and found that it's all thanks to a soft tissue.
Genetic Test Could Be Used To Predict Risk Of Obesity In Newborns
A genetic scorecard may help scientists predict the risk of obesity in newborns, a new study revealed. Scientists believe doing so could urge people to prevent the early onset of obesity.
Drinking Less Water Is Linked To Obesity In Kids: Study
A new study revealed that among kids, drinking less water likely leads to drinking more sugary drinks, which is tied to obesity. Researchers urge parents to push their kids drink more water.
Many Teens Do Not Know Vaping E-cigarettes Exposes Them To Nicotine
Most teens who smoke e-cigarettes instead of traditional cigarettes do not know that vaping exposes them to nicotine, a new study revealed. Experts call for stricter regulations regarding e-cigarettes to raise awareness.
Greenland Is Melting 6 Times Faster Than It Did In The 1980s
Greenland ice sheets are melting six times faster than it did in the 1980s, a new study revealed. The findings of the study explain the contribution of Greenland's ice melt to global sea level rise.
Studies Prove Blind People Really Have Better Hearing
Multiple new studies prove that people who were born blind or became blind really have better hearing than people with sight. Scientists examined the brains of individuals using MRIs.
Here's How Lasers Make Zapped Magnets Become Fluid-Like
When zapped with lasers, ultra-thin magnets actually behave like fluids. To determine how exactly this happens, a team of scientists in Colorado performed experiments and mathematical calculations.
Ancient Coelacanth Fish Study Reveals Insights On Skull Evolution
A new study has revealed marvelous insights on the skull of the ancient coelacanth fish, which is known as the 'oldest living fossil.' The findings offer a deeper understanding on skull evolution of vertebrates and other animals.
NASA's Lunar Retroreflector Array Experiment May Have Survived Crash of Israel's Beresheet Moon Lander
An additional NASA payload may have survived the crash of Israel's Beresheet moon lander on April 11, scientists said. The payload contained the Lunar Retroreflector Array experiment.
French Firefighting Robot Colossus Helped Save Burning Notre Dame Cathedral
Thanks to 400 brave firefighters and a powerful firefighting robot called Colossus, much of the Notre Dame Cathedral was saved after the fire. What are the specifications of the Colossus robot?
Third Planet In Kepler-47 Confirmed As Largest Exoplanet In Circumbinary Star System
Scientists from the San Diego State University have identified the third planet in the Kepler-47 star system. This third planet has also been identified as the largest exoplanet in this particular circumbinary star system.
Two Cancer Patients In The US Receive Gene-Editing CRISPR Treatment
Two cancer patients in the United States have been treated using the powerful gene-editing tool called CRISPR. Scientists confirmed that a U.S. CRISPR study is already underway.
Superbug Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria Found In Hospital Patients' Hands And Nostrils
Researchers in Michigan have detected superbug antibiotic-resistant bacteria among hospital patients' hands and nostrils. The findings of the study emphasize the importance of following a strict hand-washing practice.
NASA Grants Elon Musk's SpaceX $69 Million Contract To Fly Spacecraft Into Asteroid: What's The Objective Of DART Mission?
SpaceX was recently awarded a $69 million US space agency contract to fly spacecraft into asteroids. What is the main objective of NASA’s DART mission?
Neck Cracking Leaves Paramedic Natalie Kunicki Paralyzed
A young paramedic in London has suffered from stroke after cracking her neck last month. The patient now warns young people against the dangers of neck cracking.
Game Of Thrones Season 8 Episode 1 'Winterfell' Analysis: Major Spoilers Ahead
Episode 1 of 'Game of Thrones' season 8 has finally arrived. With this first episode comes a potent mix of nostalgia and uncertainty: will the North survive the winter?
Disney Movie 'Frozen' Inspires Discovery Of New Property Of Supercooled Water
A scientist in New York was inspired by Disney's 'Frozen' and several YouTube videos to discover a cool new property of supercooled water. This discovery could have implications for detecting nuclear weapons and more.
Zinc Oxide Reduced Body Odor By Killing Responsible Bacteria
Zinc oxide could effectively reduce body odor and heal wounds, a new study in Amsterdam revealed. This means deodorants could someday contain zinc oxide to treat body odor.
Hospital Curtains Could Be Carriers Of Deadly Bacteria: Study
A new study revealed that privacy curtains in hospitals could be potential carriers of deadly bacteria. Other hospital equipment and tools could also be contaminated, experts said.
Star Wars Episode 9 Teaser Trailer: Here's What You Need To Know
Disney and Lucasfilm finally dropped the teaser trailer for 'Star Wars Episode 9: The Rise of Skywalker.' With this thrilling finale, what should fans expect?
Dogs, Other Companion Animals Are Potential Carriers Of Killer Flu Virus: Study
Pet owners, beware: a new study revealed that companion animals such as dogs and ferrets may be carriers of a new strain of influenza virus. The virus may potentially spread quickly if not prevented.
Facebook Mistakenly Deletes Some Of Mark Zuckerberg's Old Posts
Facebook has 'mistakenly' deleted some of Mark Zuckerberg's old posts and cannot restore them back, and this isn't the first time this happened, reports revealed. Here are some of the missing posts.
Climate Change Drove Neanderthals To Eat Each Other
A new study in France has revealed that Neanderthals were driven to eat each other due to abrupt climate change during the interglacial period. How did that happen?
Melanin Pigments In Human Skin May Be Used To Make Bionic Implant
The melanin in human skin may be harnessed to create bionic implants, a new landmark study revealed. Scientists were able to do this through a process used in metallurgy.
Working Night Shift Increases Risk For Miscarriage Among Pregnant Women
Working night shift increases the risk for miscarriage among pregnant women, a new study revealed. Researchers explained a disrupted circadian rhythm is bad for pregnancies.
People With Obsessive Compulsive Disorder More Likely To Have Money Problems
A charity in the United Kingdom has found that people with mental health issues such as obsessive compulsive disorder are more likely to have money problems. There is a way to change that, the charity said.
Vice President Mike Pence Wants NASA To Send Astronauts To Moon Within 5 Years
Vice President Mike Pence wants NASA to put astronauts back on the moon within five years. The future of space exploration is at a standstill, however, due to funding.
