Articles by James Maynard
New Shape-Shifting Polymer Holds 1,000 Times Its Own Mass - Watch Out Plastic Man!
A new polymer has been developed that can cause devices to bend at body temperatures. More remarkably, the material can also lift 1,000 times its own weight.
Newly Born Star Illuminates Nebula To Put On Cosmic Display Of Blue Light
A young star is seen in a new image shining brightly, producing a stunning picture of the first age of a new stellar body. What are we really seeing in this new photograph?
Canid Howling Dialects Shed Light On Coyote-Wolf Hybrid
Coywolves are now seen throughout eastern North America, numbering in millions after just a century in the wild. What could studying their calls tell us about these animal hybrids?
Bacteria See Light With Single-Celled Eyes Of Slime
Cyanobacteria respond to light, a fact that has been known to biologists for centuries. Now, an international team of researchers know how they do it.
Badger Unearths Bronze Age Cremation Site Near Stonehenge
A badger uncovered an archaeological site dating from the Bronze Age. What do we know about the person who was interned at the location near Stonehenge?
Asteroid Threats To Earth Continue Well After 2013 TX68 Passes Our Home Planet
The Earth will see a series of near-misses from asteroids over the coming decades. Which ones present the greatest danger to our world?
After Death Of Edgar Mitchell, Where Are The Apollo Moon Walkers Today?
Edgar Mitchell is now the fifth person to pass away after walking on the lunar surface. What became of America's Moon walkers?
Lithium-ion Battery Electrodes Created Using Bee, Cattail Pollens
Bee and cattail pollens could be used to create a new generation of lithium-ion batteries, according to researchers from Purdue University. How were they created?
Edgar Mitchell Of Apollo 14 Fame Passes Away At 85
Apollo 14 astronaut Edgar Mitchell passed away on February 4. Who was this man, and what did he contribute to the exploration of our nearest planetary neighbor?
Jurassic Butterfly Found In China Looks Strangely Familiar
An insect from the age of dinosaurs is being hailed as a 'Jurassic butterfly.' What makes this ancient insect so familiar to biologists?
Rosetta's Comet Devoid Of Caves, New Observations Reveal
Comet 67/P does not have large caves, as many astronomers once believed. How did astronomers use the Rosetta spacecraft to reach this conclusion?
Daddy Long Legs Discovered With 99-Million-Year-Old Erection
A harvestman spider from 99 million years ago has been found preserved in amber, still exhibiting an erect penis. So what happened his partner?
Cool Flying Saucer Forms New Planets, Baffling Scientists
Particles inside a protoplanetary disk are found to be much cooler than astronomers predicted. What could this mean for the study of planet formation?
Oysters Are Dying, The Prime Suspect: Microplastics!
Of all the pollution in the ocean, a research has determined that microplastics, commonly found in cosmetics and clothing, may be killing off oysters. How bad is the problem?
Charon Reveals Its Dark Side To New Horizons Spacecraft
New Horizons snapped a new image showing the dark side of Charon for the first time. What is the purpose of studying the back side of the largest moon of Pluto?
Aliens Saved Earth From Nuclear Holocaust, Claims Apollo 14 Astronaut: True Or False?
A former Apollo astronaut claims that aliens are visiting the Earth and witnessed the first test of an atomic weapon. Who is Edgar Mitchell, and what is his history from his time on the lunar surface to today?
Music Following Surgery Can Ease Anxiety, Aid Recovery, Study Finds
Music can aid patients experiencing surgery, a new study finds. How does it compare with prescription painkillers?
Extreme Weather May Lead To Severe Global Food Shortages: Report
Food shortages could become far more common with a changing climate, a new report concludes. How serious is the issue?
NASA Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter Celebrates 10th Anniversary In Space: Work Is Far From Over
After 10 years of flying to Mars and observing the Red Planet, the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter is still going strong. What's next for this hearty robotic explorer?
Flying Spaghetti Monster Caught On Camera: This Deep Sea Alien Leads A Bizarre Life
A rarely seen creature living deep beneath the waves has been recorded living in its natural habitat. Check out the bizarre creature.
Discovery Of 'Young Jupiter' Exoplanet May Help Scientists Understand How Solar Systems Form
A newly-discovered exoplanet could provide important information about the birth of our own solar system. What do we know about the massive, young world of 51 Eridani b?
Sixth Mass Extinction Could Wipe Out Humans, Researchers Warn
Human beings may fall victim to the sixth major extinction, which some environmentalists warn is happening right now. Are we killing off our species?
Music Therapy May Help Prevent Seizures In People With Epilepsy
Listening to music could assist people with epilepsy seeking to reduce symptoms. Is Mozart the next great treatment for the condition?
Growing Graphene Nanoribbons Now Possible, And Here's Why It's A Big Deal
Graphene nanoribbons can now be produced in large quantities and in lengths long enough to use in electronics. Here are the reasons that news is so exciting.
Discovery Of Smallest Supermassive Black Hole Helps Astronomers Understand How They Grow
The smallest supermassive black hole ever discovered could be a big boon to astronomers. Here's why the smallest known member of this class of objects could make a big difference to science.
Perseid Meteor Shower To Dazzle Tonight: What Is It And Best Time To Watch
The 2015 Perseid meteor shower could be the best display of shooting stars seen in years. Here is your viewing guide!
Testosterone Replacement Therapy May Reduce Risk Of Cardiovascular Diseases And Mortality In Men: Study
Men lose testosterone as they age, leading to numerous health risks and problems. Now, a new study shows replacing the hormone could result in a reduced risk of heart attacks and strokes.
Coca-Cola Funded Research That Says Sugary Drinks Should Not Be Blamed For America's Obesity Epidemic
Studies showing diet plays a minimal role in causing obesity and diabetes sometimes have a quiet donor — the Coca-Cola company. Does this influence the results of the research?
ISS Astronauts Harvest And Eat Space-Grown Red Romaine Lettuce: Here's Why Veggie Is Big Deal
Food grown in space has been eaten for the first time. Why is this such a historic salad? The Veggie experiment carried out onboard the International space Station (ISS) was a tasty success as astronauts ate food grown in space for the first time in history.
Rosetta Mission Celebrates One Year At Comet 67P: Looking Back and Ahead
The Rosetta spacecraft has been orbiting Comet 67/P for a year. What has it discovered in that time, and what's next for the hardy vehicle?
