Articles by Naia Carlos
CDC Report Shows Autism Is On The Rise Among 4-Year-Olds In The US
Autism is surging in the United States as researchers from the CDC reveal a 1.9 percent autism rate nationwide. In New Jersey, this number is even higher.
Who Will Survive In 'Game of Thrones?' Science May Have The Answer
The 'Game of Thrones' final season is airing in a few days and every fan is itching to find out if their favorites will survive. Scientists take a stab at predicting each character's fate at the end of the popular show.
Mount Everest May Have Shrunk As A Result Of 2015 Nepal Earthquake
Did the Mount Everest really shrink after the deadly earthquake that hit Nepal in 2015? To find the answer, a team of climbers prepares to scale the planet’s most famous summit.
DNA Shows The Denisovans Have At Least 3 Distinct Branches
A new study shows that ancient humans' evolutionary history is complex than previously believed. Scientists discover that there are multiple groups of Denisovans that existed separately from each other.
Candida Auris: Signs And Symptoms If You're Infected By The Deadly Superbug
This fungus is deadly in hospitals and capable of surviving in surfaces for a long time. Learn more about this tenacious superbug that's kiling people all over the world.
Low Levels Of Bad Cholesterol Ups Risk Of Women For Hemorrhagic Stroke: Study
Many people know that high levels of 'bad' cholesterol are harmful. Now, researchers say that very low levels also put women at increased risk of hemorrhagic stroke.
Unfavorable Upper Level Winds Forces SpaceX To Call Off Falcon Heavy Rocket Launch
SpaceX's Falcon Heavy, the most powerful rocket in the world, has hit a snag on their first ever commercial launch. Due to unfavorable wind conditions, the company called off the launch and postponed it to the next day.
Tiny Human Species Discovered In The Philippines Could Change History
Strange new humans have been discovered in the islands of the Philippines, exhibiting traits from both ancient ape-like species and modern humans. This groundbreaking discovery challenges many widely held notions about human evolution.
Say Hello To KIC 10544976, A Star System With A Giant Exoplanet That Dwarfs Jupiter
Astronomers spot an exoplanet nearly 13 times the size of Jupiter. It also marks the first time a planet has ever been found orbiting a binary star system in which one star is already dead.
Here's The First Image Of A Black Hole: How Did Scientists Capture It And Why You Should Care
Check out the first photo of a black hole in history. It is a feat that opens up new doors to the study of astronomy so that humanity can look farther and see more precisely into the cosmos.
Love The Dragons In 'Game Of Thrones'? The Sound They're Making Is Based On Mating Calls Of Giant Tortoises
Want to hear the mating moans of giant tortoises? Tune in to 'Game of Thrones' because Drogon's soft purrs to Danaerys are actually inspired by the sounds tortoises make while having sex.
You Are What You Eat: Neanderthals, Woolly Mammoths Apparently Shared Genetic Traits
Scientists discover that two completely different species can evolve and develop the same genetic characteristics. In a landmark study, Neanderthals and woolly mammoths are found to be very similar to each other.
Scientists Build Quantum Superposition Machine Prototype: What Is It In English?
Scientists created a powerful quantum device that can generate multiple possible futures in superposition, marking a groundbreaking achievement for quantum physics. Here’s what this means.
Researchers Discover Glimmering Mirror-Like Pools In The Pacific Ocean
Shimmering pools of minerals left scientists in awe at the Gulf of California as they explored the hydrothermal vent ecosystem. The incredible phenomenon is only one of the many discoveries of the expedition.
New Cancer Treatment Turns Tumors Into ‘Vaccine’
Researchers come up with a novel type of immunotherapy that involves transforming tumors into 'cancer vaccine factories.' The treatment shows great potential in clinical trials on patients with lymphoma.
Self-Driving Spacecraft May Protect Planet Earth From Asteroid Collisions
Self-driving cars are old news as self-driving spacecraft emerges. ESA is building an autonomous spacecraft called Hera as part of a planetary defense mission to binary asteroid system Didymos.
Spending Much On Dietary Supplements? They're Not The Secret To Living Longer, Says New Study
Dietary supplements don't make much of a difference when it comes to reducing risk of death, after all. New research shows that healthy eating beats vitamins in the long run.
Elements Can Be Solid And Liquid At The Same Time In Sponge-Like State: Study
Matter is no longer limited to solid, liquid, and gas. Scientists discover a new state in which certain elements can exist as both solid and liquid simultaneously.
Oregon Woman Rose Bentley Lived For 99 Years Without Knowing Her Organs Were In The Wrong Places
Rose Bentley lived an ordinary life up to the ripe old age of 99. After her death, researchers discovered how extraordinary her anatomy really is.
UN Unveils Futuristic Floating City That Could Survive Real-Life Waterworld
A few decades ago, the concept of a floating city would be seen as complete fiction. Now, it's unveiled as a potential solution for humanity's survival.
Deadly, Drug Resistant Fungus Could Be Next Global Threat
This superbug fungus can kill people in just 90 days. Find out all about this new drug-resistant fungus that is spreading in hospitals all over the world.
Screen Time Not Harmful To Teenagers’ Well-Being, Says Study
Contrary to popular belief, heavy screen time, even before bed, doesn't negatively impact the well-being of teenagers. In a new study, researchers reveal there's little evidence linking screen time and mental health.
Fungus Shows Promise As A Cost-Effective Treatment For African Sleeping Sickness
Scientists genetically engineer a fungus that can produce a cost-effective treatment for the deadly African sleeping sickness. The resulting antibiotic is also a candidate treatment for cancer.
Bodies Of Missing Divers Found At The Bottom Of Belize Great Blue Hole
What lies at the bottom of the Great Blue Hole? Many explorers have asked that question, but an expedition finally revealed the answer: corpses, lots of them.
Transparent Wood That Can Store And Release Heat Could Be Next Trendy Material In Energy-Efficient Homes
A new type of wood is shaping up to be the energy-efficient building material of the future. The light but strong eco-friendly transparent wood is set to make its debut in a few years time.
Jeff Bezos Ex-Wife Now World's 4th Richest Woman With $35 Billion In Amazon Stock From Divorce Settlement
MacKenzie Bezos becomes the world's fourth richest woman as she and ex-husband Jeff Bezos split their shares in Amazon. Find out the details of one of the most expensive divorce settlements ever here.
NASA Robotic Bees To Join Astronauts On The International Space Station
Robotic 'bees' will be making their way to the International Space Station soon. These Astrobee bots are expected to make life of the crew easier by helping out with both chores and experiments.
Dead Planet Orbiting Dead Star Offers Glimpse Of What Could Happen To Earth
The last piece of a dead planet orbits a stellar corpse more than 400 light-years away. Is this what the future of the solar system could look like? Astronomers take a peek.
Denisovans Mated With Modern Humans More Recently Than Previously Thought
Denisovans are a richer, more varied group than scientists previously believed. New research shows that two Denisovan populations existed in Southeast Asia and even mated with modern humans fairly recently.
Do You Have Astigmatism? Some Use These Viral Twitter Photos To Diagnose Themselves
A Twitter photo is making the rounds online, showing two photos side-by-side that compare regular eyesight and astigmatism. Is this viral tweet really the way to detect your astigmatism?
