Articles by James Maynard
Titanic 102nd anniversary: A look at how safety features in ocean liners have developed over the last century
The Titanic sunk 102 years ago - what did the tragedy teach us about maritime safety? The Titanic sank 102 years ago, on 16 April 1912, killing more than 1,500 people, becoming one of the worst peacetime maritime disasters in history.
Flesh-eating 'killer sponges' discovered in Pacific ocean: What are they really? [VIDEO]
Meat-eating sponges were first discovered 20 years ago. Now, four more species have been discovered. What are these strange creatures?
Amazon rain forest's biggest enemies are fire and climate change
Fires caused by deforestation and climate change could lead to additional loss of rain forests, according to a new study. Too much stress could push the Amazon past a tipping point for easy recovery.
Flat surface that transforms into spherical antenna? Possible!
A new material has been developed that could make it possible to create a new generation of flat antennas. What could it be?
Storms in America Fueled by Air Pollution in Asia?
Is air pollution in Asia making storms in North America more severe? That appears to be the case, based on a new study from JPL.
SpaceX launch to space station delayed: When will it fly again?
A Falcon-9 rocket launch set for 14 April was delayed due to a helium leak. What's on board the Dragon space capsule, headed to the International Space Station?
Congratulations, Saturn! It's a moon: NASA's Cassini snaps a photo of 'Peggy'
The Cassini Spacecraft has discovered the birth of a new moon around Saturn. What is the future of this tiny, icy world?
Cherry tree blossoms six years early after journey into space
A cherry tree sprouted six years early after a journey to space. But, what else makes these seeds so special?
Invasive lionfish in Jamaica becoming rarer: They're delicious!
Invasive species in Jamaica, lionfish are facing a dangerous new predator - humans. Lionfish are invasive species in Jamaica, but successful population control is coming at the hands of a powerful predator - humans.
New form of matter found? What is the tetraquark?
A tetraquark, a strange form of matter composed of four quarks, has been confirmed by particle collisions at CERN. What is this exotic form of matter?
New IPCC report on climate change suggests solutions: Are renewable energy sources up to the task?
A climate report from the IPCC calls for three to four times as much energy production from renewable energy sources as today. Is the technology up to the task?
Blood moon Tuesday: Get ready for the spectacular celestial event of the year
A total lunar eclipse is coming on April 15. Will it be the first of a series of beautiful celestial events, or the end of the world?
Greenland ice cores speak volumes about climate change problems
Ice cores taken from Greenland show clear evidence of acid rain from decades ago. But what changes can be found in the frozen sample?
NASA dreams of using flying saucers to send astronauts to Mars
The LDSD can bring objects as large as a two-story house safely down on the surface of Mars. What is next for this real-life flying saucer?
ISS astronauts prepare for another spacewalk to fix computer outage
A backup computer aboard the International Space Station failed, and repairing it may mean a spacewalk for astronauts. What's next for the crew?
NASA plan for humans on Mars in the 2030s: Will Mars One already be there?
The race for Mars is on. NASA details plans to visit the red planet years after Mars One plans to have its Martian colony operational.
NASA clears spacecraft for 2018 trip to asteroid
The first asteroid sample mission in history is scheduled for launch in 2016. Now, the plan just needs a spaceship. Here's what's coming...
Mars water discovered in Gusev crater? Spirit rover sends new evidence to NASA
A new analysis of data from the Spirit rover may have found signs of water in Gusev Crater, but what did the rover see in 2010?
Ancestor of Daddy Longlegs was very creepy with four eyes
Ancient harvestmen are not true spiders - they are far creepier. Once upon a time, they also had an extra set of eyes...
Artificial vagina, nasal cartilage grown in lab, implanted in patients: What next?
Artificial organs, grown from a patient's own cells, may herald a new age in medicine. The latest creations are nasal cavities and vaginas.
IPCC report on climate change promises to rattle skeletons in the closet
A new report on climate change predicts rising temperatures, but doesn't call for specific actions. Some environmentalists are asking why.
Flip the 'switch': New method makes quantum computing possible
Quantum computers may be one step closer, thanks to new breakthroughs developed by MIT and Harvard researchers and a German team.
Who is Jesus' wife? Harvard professor unsure but she believes ancient papyrus is not fake
An ancient artifact reveals Jesus of Nazareth mentioning "my wife" - what does analysis of the object have to say?
Bee fossils from La Brea Tar Pits offer clues to Ice Age climate
Fossils of bees from the La Brea Tar Pits are offering clues to the climate during the Ice Age. Is modern-day colony collapse disorder (CCD) trying to tell humans something as well?
Huge asteroid impact that left Earth in a daze now reconstructed by scientists
Over three billion years ago, the Earth was struck by an asteroid so large it shook the planet for half an hour. Now we know more about the meteor that caused the event.
First exomoon found orbiting distant star by team of astronomers?
A moon orbiting a distant planet around an alien world may have been detected, marking the first known exomoon.
Procrastination? Blame it later on the genes
Procrastination, and a tendency toward impulsive action, may be hereditary, according to a new study. So, what do smartphones have to do with saber-toothed tigers?
America's list of most endangered rivers highlights river conservancy issues
American Rivers released their latest report on the most endangered rivers in the United States. Is one of them near you?
Will you marry me? Cosmic diamond engagement ring stuns scientists
Abell 33, a planetary nebula located 2,500 light years from Earth, is shown as a diamond ring in space.
Achoo! Sneeze or cough virus can travel up to 200 times farther than previously thought
Germs from sneezing or coughing can travel much further than once believed. But, what could that mean to building design?
