Articles by James Maynard
Dark Matter May Have Wiped Out The Dinosaurs...Or Was It Something Else?
Dark matter could be responsible for extinctions throughout the history of our planet. How does this process work?
Caught In Act! NASA Van Allen Probes Observe Solar Shockwave For First Time
A solar shockwave has been spied, for the first time, encircling the Earth. What could this mean for the future of space travel?
Inhibitor Molecule Could Improve Alzheimer's Treatment
Brichos is a natural protein that could be used to halt the progression of Alzheimer's disease. How does it work?
Even VLT Is Having Difficulty Finding Missing Brown Dwarf
A binary star system is acting like a brown dwarf is orbiting in its system, but the object isn't there. What happened?
New Drug Treatment May Block All HIV Strains
A new drug agent could block all known strains of HIV from entering human cells, and that protection could last for decades, new research reveals.
500-Pound Meteor Flew Over Pittsburgh Last Night
A meteor weighing 500 pounds raced over the skies of Pittsburgh. How much danger do these events present to humans?
Ocean Acidification Levels Seen From Space
A new map shows ocean acidification around the world, as seen from space. Why is this image so valuable to climate researchers?
Moon To Cozy Up To Planets Later This Week
Venus, Mars and the Moon will all be seen close together in the sky on February 20. Here is how to see the beautiful display.
This Pill Could Help Smokers Quit At A Gradual Pace
Cigarette smokers who want to quit tobacco slowly may find success with a drug designed for immediate cessation plans.
Teens Aren't Getting Enough Sleep: Whose Fault Is That?
Sleep patterns in American teenagers suggest adolescents are receiving less sleep than they did 26 years ago. What could this mean for the future?
Where Is The Sound Of Silence Heard The Most In The US? New Map Shows Quietest Places
A new map shows sound levels around the United States. What could this mean for the protection of wildlife?
Life On Earth May Have Been Common Earlier Than We Once Thought
Life forms on Earth may have been common on Earth long ago, a new study reveals. How could this ancient life survive?
American Bald Eagle No Longer Faces Extinction Danger
Bald eagles are no longer in danger of extinction, but what dangers are the animals still facing? The American bald eagle is no longer in danger of extinction, researchers report, as populations of the majestic birds continues to soar.
Penguins And Their Terrible Taste Buds
Penguins have lost the ability to sense several tastes, including much of the flavor of fish. But what caused this change?
Cloudy Haze Over Mars Is Unknown Mystery
Martian haze has been recorded high in the Martian atmosphere. The cause of the formations has astronomers baffled.
Italian Cemetery Gives Details About Evolution Of Cholera
A graveyard in Italy could provide researchers with 1,000 years of records on health and death in the region, including the massive cholera epidemic of the 1850's.
What Puts The 'Burst' In Starburst Galaxies?
Starburst galaxies give birth to a vast number of stars. Now astronomers have a better idea how they do it.
Want To Lose Weight? Diet And Exercise Not Helping? Blame It On Your Genes
Diet and exercise may not be enough to help some obese people lose weight, according to researchers. There may be a genetic issue at play.
Contact Lenses Developed By Swiss Scientists Allows Wearer 2.8x Magnified Vision In Wink Of An Eye
Telescopic vision is a thing of the present with the invention, and modification, of new contact lenses and glasses. What will this mean for hundreds of millions of people with vision problems?
How Can Rivers And Streams Be Sources Of Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria?
Antibiotic resistant bacteria isvery common around wastewater treatment plants. What could be the effect on human health?
Bionic Leaf Can Convert Solar Energy Into Liquid Fuel: Better Than Solar Cells?
A new bionic leaf, inspired by nature, can create fuel. The new energy approach may prove more popular than solar cells, which have not caught fire in the consumer realm.
Robot Submarine To Explore Saturn Moon Titan's Mysterious Methane Sea? Why Not, Says NASA (Video)
A robotic submersible could, one day, prowl beneath the oceans of Titan. A submarine designed for exploration of the hydrocarbon seas on Titan is being considered by NASA.
Woodland Fern Species Is 'Love Child' Of Two Distant Plant Groups
A fern found in France is the product of two plants that evolved into different species 60 million years ago. How could this happen?
Nations Agree On Draft Deal For Climate Change Talks
A international draft agreement on climate change is now ready. What could this mean for upcoming talks in Paris?
Bodies Of Ebola Victims Can Be Infectious For A Week
The Ebola virus can survive in victims for up to a week, a new study reveals. What can this mean for treatment of the disease?
Drought Predicted For Western US Will Be Worst In Millennium
A megadrought could strike the western United States in the coming decades, creating a danger not seen in 1,000 years.
'Interstellar' Team Publishes Scientific Paper On Black Holes
'Interstellar' depicted a largely-realistic view of what it would be like to be near a black hole. Now, new science is being developed from the film.
Scientists Depict Live Bacteria With X-Ray Laser
Bacteria have been imaged - on the inside - while alive, for the first time. What could this mean for the future of biology?
Emaciated Sea Lion Found On San Francisco Highway Rescued
A young sea lion has been rescued in California, far from the ocean. What is driving these animals onshore?
Dogs Recognize Expression On Human Faces
Human facial expressions can be recognized by dogs, even if the animal does not know the person, a new study shows.
