Articles by James Maynard
Channel Island Foxes May Make It Off Endangered Species List
Channel Island foxes are coming back from the edge of extinction. What dangers do these rare animals still face?
Man-Made Leaf To Produce Fuel From Artificial Photosynthesis
A new film could make artificial leaves a reality, assisting in the production of hydrogen fuel cells.
Sugar Industry Influenced Reports On Tooth Decay
The sugar industry influenced the National Institutes of Health to release reports that did not encourage reduction of intake of the sweetener, despite ties to tooth decay, according to an analysis of documents, now more than 40 years old.
What Effect Does Environment Have On Size? Researchers Study Ants To Find Out
The role of environment on the growth of ants has been measured, but what does this mean for human beings?
Mice Implanted With False Memories While Asleep - Can They Recall Them?
False memories have been implanted in mice for the first time. What could this mean for the future of human psychological treatments?
Monsoon Rains Guided Mammal Evolution
Mammal evolution in Asia may have been driven, in part, by monsoon patterns, a new study reveals. Monsoon rains in Asia are partly responsible for driving the evolution of mammals, a new study reveals.
Colorado Sky Sees Mysterious Fireball
A bright green fireball lit up the pre-dawn sky over Colorado on March 11. What did people see? A massive fireball lit up skies over Colorado just before dawn on the morning of March 11.
Fastest Superconductivity Observed Using Short-Light Pulses
Electron actions in superconductors have been observed for the first time, using a variation on a 19th Century technique.
3,000 Plague Skeletons Found Under Liverpool Station
The Crossrail construction project is revealing a wealth of archeological finds, including 3,000 skeletons from the era of William Shakespeare.
DNA Identifies African Slave Burial Origins
The genetic code of three slaves has been examined, using a new technique to read damaged DNA. What can they teach us about history?
Arctic Ice Reaching 'All-Time Low'
Arctic ice is at a record low, so why was winter so cold in the eastern United States? Arctic ice deposits are currently reaching a record low level, a new study has found.
How Did Herding Spread In Ancient Africa? Clues Lie In Tooth Enamel
Tooth enamel from ancient cattle suggests new ideas about human migration in Africa, a new study reveals.
Images Of Carina Nebula Stellar Nursery Reveal Details Of Our Sun's Birth
The Carina Nebula could help answer questions about the formation of stars like our own Sun. What surprises does this new analysis reveal?
Climate Change To Accelerate At Pace Not Seen In 1,000 Years
Climate change will accelerate faster than at any time in the last 1,000 years, a new study predicts.
Researchers To Design Aquatic Robots That Float On Water Like Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes and some other insects are able to float on water, and now researchers in China know how they do it.
Suicide Rates Differ Greatly Between Rural And Urban Youths
Country youths commit suicide twice as often as those in cities, a new study has found. Study investigates the reasons.
No Link Between Antidepressant Use During Pregnancy And Child's Risk Of Asthma
Antidepressant use by pregnant mothers does not lead to increased risk of asthma in children, as long as the drugs are modern forms, a new study reveals.
Cancer-Afflicted Pooch Gets Custom-Built Ride From Home Depot Employees
A 15-year-old dog has a new cart to help him walk around, thanks to two employees of Home Depot. A dog stricken with cancer is getting around on a special ride, courtesy of employees of Home Depot.
Planet Fitness Bans Woman For Complaining About Transgender In Locker Room: Did It Do Right Thing?
Planet Fitness cancelled the membership of a woman who complained about a transgender person in a bathroom. What happened?
Spouse May Provide Best Inspiration When It Comes To Exercise: Research
People with spouses who exercise are more likely to take part in physical activity themselves, according to a new study.
Viral 'Under The Dome' Anti-Pollution Documentary Goes Offline In China
"Under the Dome" may be China's version of "An Inconvenient Truth," but it has disappeared from video sites in that nation.
Curiosity Mars Rover Arm Short Circuit Expected To Be Fixed By Next Week
The Curiosity rover on Mars has experienced a short circuit, shutting down the craft. What happened?
Dawn Probe Enters Dwarf Planet Ceres' Orbit: A First For Space Exploration
The dwarf planet Ceres is being visited, for the first time, by the Dawn spacecraft. What are astronomers hoping to find there?
Ingredient In Household Products May Hinder Development Of Male Fetus
A common family of chemicals could affect fetuses in the womb, altering physiology years later, a new study has found.
Ancient Stone Tool Dug Up In Oregon
An ancient stone tool could be one of the oldest human artifacts ever discovered in North America. An ancient stone tool found in the high desert of eastern Oregon could be up to 15,800 years old.
Bubbly Glaciers Make For A Noisy Environment
Melting glaciers create a great deal of noise within oceans, a new study has discovered. What could this mean for the ecosystem?
Bird Thought To Be Extinct Resurfaces In Myanmar
Jerdon's babbler has not been seen since 1941 but recently showed up in Myanmar. What happened to this once-common species?
Mars Once Had Ocean Larger Than Arctic, Researchers Find
A Martian ocean may have been larger than the Arctic Ocean on Earth. What could this mean for the history of ancient life on the Red Planet?
Cyborg Cockroaches Will Get Into Nooks And Crannies To Help With Disaster Relief
Cyborg cockroaches could be used, one day, to help find disaster victims. How do they operate? Cyborg cockroaches developed by researchers could be used to help locate survivors trapped within collapsed buildings, caves and other locations.
Add More Veggies To Your Diet, Your Heart Will Thank You
Consumption of diets high in plant-based foods can significantly lower the risk of heart disease and strokes, a new study reveals.
