Articles by James Maynard
Is X-Ray the Future of Communication and Navigation in Space?
The Nicer/Sextant mission, launching in 2016, will study neutron stars, and also test a new method of navigating through space - using pulsars!
UK's Bio-Bus Channels the Power of Poop
A poop bus is ferrying passengers in England. How much human waste does it take to power a bus? The Bristol bio-bus is now riding the streets of England, powered by human feces and food waste.
Study Shows a Mother's Love Can Relieve Infant's Pain
Pain relief in infant rats comes about from the presence of the young rodent's mother. What could this mean for treatment of pain in human infants?
Science Breakthrough of the Year: What's Your Pick?
The greatest scientific advancements of 2014 will soon be named by the prestigious journal Science. Readers are being asked to vote for their choices.
Texting Could Harm Your Spine: Put Your Phone Down Once in a While to Avoid Damage
Texting, tablet use, and gaming could lead to damage of spines, according to a new report. Does that mean everyone should give up hand-held electronics?
Half of World's Population Affected by Poor Nutrition: WHO, UN Join to Tackle Problem
Hunger and malnutrition affect half of the people on Earth, a problem being tackled by the United Nations and World Health Organization.
Net-Zero Carbon Emissions by 2070: UN Aims to Increase Pace of Action
The Emissions Gap report developed by the United Nations has set new goals for nations to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases, but is it already too late?
Maven is a 'Go' After Mars' Siding Spring Excitement
The Maven spacecraft has started its main mission, after observing Comet Siding Spring zoom past Mars. What has it already found?
Don't Let the Bedbugs Bite: You Might Get Chagas Disease
Chagas disease is spreading into the United States, and a new study suggests it may be spread by the common bed bug.
Astronomers Map Vesta, an Asteroid the Size of Arizona
The asteroid Vesta is seen like never before in a new map showing geological features on the minor planet.
Keep Your Memory Intact, Limit Intake of Trans Fat
Trans fats may harm memory, according to a new report from the American Heart Association. Trans fats could lead to memory loss, according to a new report from the American Heart Association.
Possibility of Water in Mars' History Grows with Volcanic-Heating Theory
The martian surface may have once been flowing with liquid water, under an atmosphere contaminated by volcanoes on Mars.
Is Russia's New Orbiter a Satellite-Killer?
Object 2014-28E could be a new space weapon, capable of destroying satellites high above Earth, and anyone can track the object in real time.
NASA Makes Headway with InSight into Mars
InSight is being assembled for a journey to Mars, launching in 2016. What will the Mars lander be searching for on the Red Planet?
Man Pushed in Front of Subway Train, Killed Instantly
Wai Kuen Kwok was killed when an unknown assailant pushed him in front of a speeding train. Can you help identify the killer?
Supercomputer Race Heats Up As Government Invests In Fastest Designs
Sierra and Summit will soon become the two fastest computers in the world, but how much faster are they than China's Tianhe-2?
Here's Why Energy Drinks and Kids Don't Mix
Energy drinks can cause severe health effects in children, as they affect the hearts and brains of small children.
Woolly Mammoth Inches to De-Extinction: Cloning Potential Sparks Debate
A woolly mammoth, found in the ice of Siberia, filled with blood, may provide researchers with the ability to clone the animals, bringing them back to life. But is de-extinction really a good idea?
Leonid Meteor Shower Monday Night Will Be Treat For Skygazers
The Leonid meteor shower will peak during the night of November 17, an annual display that can sometimes become brilliant.
Philae Lander Silent After Streaming Data on Comet 67p/Churyumov-Gerasimenko: Abrupt End to Historic Mission?
The Philae lander was the first spacecraft to every touch down on the surface of a comet, but failed to land in the planned location.
Mystery Surrounds WVU Student Nolan Michael Burch Death After 'Eventful Night' at Frat House
West Virginia University and Morgantown police are searching for answers in the death of 18-year-old Nolan Michael Burch.
Wikipedia May Help Predict Outbreak and Spread of Diseases, Scientists Claim
Disease outbreaks and epidemics may be predicted by studying visits to Wikipedia pages, but how reliable is the technique?
Discovery of 5,000-Year-Old Human Footprints in Denmark Shed Light on Life of Stone Age Fishermen
Ancient footprints found in Denmark tell a tale of bravery and community spirit during a disaster 5,000 years in the past.
One Gene Mutation Cuts Heart Attack Risk by Half
A mutation in just a single gene can prevent damage from LDL cholesterol and lower the risk of heart disease, mimicking the effect of common medication.
Another Ebola Patient Coming to U.S.
Martin Salia, a doctor who contracted Ebola in Sierra Leone, may be moved to the United States, becoming the tenth patient sent to the country. Salia is a native of Sierra Leone, who is currently living in Maryland.
Google Turns 'Nobel Prize' of Computer Science into $1 Million Award
The Turing Award - the Nobel Prize of computing - now comes with a cash award of one million dollars, thanks to Google.
Older Americans Aren't Internet-Savvy and it Could Hurt Their Health
Health information on the internet is not being seen by most American seniors, but what could this mean for health?
Scientists Give Cells 'Tape Recorders' to Document Data
Simple E. coli bacteria are now capable of recording data within human cells, and storing the information for weeks.
'Interstellar' Lesson Plan for Teachers: Google Wants Students to Learn Science From Science Fiction
Interstellar, in theaters now, has been paired with lesson plans by Google, giving students the chance to learn science through science fiction.
As the Earth Warms, Lightning Strikes May Increase: Is This Dangerous?
Global warming could mean more frequent lightning strikes around the planet. How dangerous is the threat?
