Articles by Alyssa Navarro
Fossil Reveals True Color Of 10 Million-Year-Old Snake
An exquisitely fossilized skin of a 10 million-year-old snake has helped scientists recreate the true colors of the ancient animal. The reconstruction revealed a wide range of hues, which is unusual for fossils.
Beans And Chickpeas May Lower Cholesterol, Aid Weight Loss
Eating legumes such as beans, chickpeas and lentils may help lower cholesterol levels in the blood, a new study revealed. These legumes could also aid in your weight loss goals.
Environmentalists Sue FDA Over Genetically Engineered Salmon
Environmental groups have come together to challenge the FDA's jurisdiction over the approval of genetically-altered salmon for human consumption. Advocates on Thursday officially filed a lawsuit against the agency.
Bird Species Respond Differently To Climate Change
Bird species in the United States and European countries respond differently to climate change, a new study revealed. Researchers have found a trend among bird species that fare well and species that do not.
Devastating White-Nose Bat Disease Hits Washington State, Threatens Local Population
A little brown bat in Washington state was recently infected by a deadly bat disease, threatening the population of flying mammals in the United States. The disease has already killed six million bats in North America.
Gene Therapy Shows Potential In Treating Heart Failure
A new gene therapy that could potentially improve a heart failure patient's cardiac function has yielded promising results. Experts believe the treatment is the 'ultimate method' to reconstruct damaged heart tissue.
Scientists Underestimated Potential Sea Level Rise Over Next 100 Years: Study
A new study revealed that previous climate models may have underestimated the potential sea level rise over the next 100 years. Researchers also said accurate predictions would spell disaster for coastal cities.
Astronomers Map Super-Earth Exoplanet With Molten Lava
Scientists have obtained the most detailed 'fingerprint' of a super-earth exoplanet that has two sides: one is completely solid, while the other contains molten lava.
FDA Approves Use Of Experimental Blood Test For Zika
To maintain safety of the nation's blood supply, the FDA on March 30 approved the use of an experimental test that will screen donated blood for Zika. At the same time, Puerto Rico will now continue to receive blood donations.
Ultrasound May Not Detect Microcephaly In Pregnant Zika Patients
Ultrasounds during the first two weeks of pregnancy may not be effective in detecting fetal brain damage in pregnant women with Zika, a new report has revealed. Researchers warn physicians to exercise caution during diagnosis.
Scientists Identify Key Protein That Can Reverse Deadly Heart Condition
An international team of scientists identified a key protein that can potentially reverse a deadly heart condition. The findings raise hopes for the development of newer treatments.
Condom-Free Male Contraceptive Prevents Pregnancy In Animal Study
A promising condom-less male contraceptive has been found to be safe and effective in a recent animal trial. Researchers said it will be tested in human trials later this year.
Malaria May Have Helped Kill The Dinosaurs
An ancient strain of malaria may have contributed to the decline and extinction of dinosaurs millions of years ago, a new study revealed. Researchers found evidence to support this theory.
Smoking May Change Bacterial Balance In Mouth
Smoking may drastically alter the balance of bacterial species in the mouth, a new study revealed. This could affect a person's risk of mouth, lung, and gut diseases, researchers said.
What Happened To Japan's Hitomi Satellite? Space Experts Have Some Ideas
JAXA confirmed on March 26 that it has lost contact with its ASTRO-H or Hitomi satellite. Although the agency has yet to find out the satellite's current state, space experts have 'sleuthed' their way to finding out what happened.
New Evidence Suggests Solar System's Planet Nine Exists
The hypothetical Planet Nine may or may not exist beyond the outer solar system, but scientists believe they found new evidence to support its presence. The evidence is supported by eccentric objects lining up in the Kuiper Belt.
SpaceX Dragon To Deliver Inflatable Spacecraft To ISS
NASA confirmed on Monday that a first-of-a-kind inflatable space module will be launched into the International Space Station on April 8, Friday. The blow-up spacecraft will be studied by astronauts on the ISS for two years.
Breastfeeding, New Vaccines Tied To Reduced Infant Ear Infections
Fewer babies in the United States are getting painful ear infections now compared with two decades ago, a new study revealed. The decline is apparently connected to new vaccinations, higher rates of breastfeeding, and the drop in smoking rate.
Medicaid Expansion May Help Fight Mental Illness, Opioid Crisis
The federal government is pushing for Medicaid expansion across all states to address behavioral health issues and fight mental illness. Advocates believe healthcare barriers need to be tackled in order to do so.
Airlines Cancel Flights As Alaska's Pavlof Volcano Spews Massive Ash Cloud
Alaska Airlines on Monday cancelled flights operating to and from six cities across the state due to the massive ash cloud spewed by Mount Pavlof. The volcano erupted on Sunday afternoon and continued to eject ash overnight.
Pavlof Volcano In Southwest Alaska Erupts, Sends Ash 20,000 Feet High
About two years after spewing out ash and lava, the Pavlof Volcano in Alaska on Sunday erupted, sending out ash 20,000 feet into the sky. Geologists have raised aviation warning levels from "green" to "red."
Taking Multivitamins In Early Pregnancy Cuts Miscarriage Risk
Taking multivitamins before and during pregnancy significantly reduces the risk of miscarriage, a study revealed. Not all multivitamins are safe for the baby however, and doctors only recommend certain prenatal nutrients.
Apple iOS 9.3 Update Features Night Shift Setting: Will It Help You Sleep Better?
Apple on Friday released a new feature for its iOS 9.3 users -- the Night Shift Setting. This feature is designed to help cut back on blue light exposure, which is found to disrupt sleep. But will the new update help users sleep better?
Sun May Have Produced Small Superflare In AD 775, Evidence From Tree Rings Suggests
Our sun may have already produced small superflares that hit Earth thousands of years ago, a study suggests. This notion is supported by evidence from tree rings, researchers said.
Japan Begins Test Of Underground Telescope To Detect Gravitational Wave
Scientists in Japan on Friday began testing its highly-sensitive underground telescope to detect gravitational waves, in hopes that it will complement research in the United States. The testing will run until March 31.
Bizarre Anatomy Holds Clue To Blind Cavefish's Waddling Walk
It’s not unusual to see a fish move on land, but to see one -- especially a rare cave angel fish -- move like a salamander is quite spectacular. How does the cave angel fish manage this amazing feat?
Japan Slaughters 200 Pregnant Minkes In Latest Whaling Mission: Why The Japanese Hunt Whales
Japan on Thursday confirmed the killing of more than 300 minke whales in its latest Antarctic expedition. Despite international criticism, the country is undeterred, but why?
Women Still Earn Less Money Than Men, Research On Gender Pay Gap Reveals
The gender pay gap still exists, and a large part of it is not caused by workplace discrimination, a new report by Glassdoor revealed. It is possible that the distribution of women and men per occupation is at play.
$4 Million Needed To Repair Oregon Wildlife Refuge Occupied By Militants Protesting Public Lands Management
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will spend more than $4 million to clean, upgrade and restore the Oregon wildlife refuge occupied by armed protesters earlier this year. Federal officials have released photos of the area, showing the mess that protesters left behind.
Saturn Moon Titan's Mountains Hint What Lies Beneath Its Crust
Saturn's largest moon Titan possesses a thick and complex atmosphere that resembles that of a "frozen version" of Earth. Titan also contains mountain ranges with high peaks, but what lies beneath this moon's crust?
