Articles by Rhodi Lee
Scientists Detect Cosmic Neutrinos Using Network Of Sensors Under Antarctic Ice: Why You Should Care
Scientists confirmed the existence of cosmic neutrinos using the IceCube Neutrino Observatory. The findings open doors to a new form of astronomy using the ghostly particles.
Burning Man Bugs Stink And Bite: What Are They?
Organizers of the annual Burning Man event confirmed that Black Rock City is infested with bugs that bite and produce strong and bad aroma. Experts identified what these bugs are.
Long Hours Of Work Ups Risk Of Stroke: What To Do To Reduce It?
Spending long hours at work is associated with increased risks for stroke, posing a dilemma for some individuals. Experts recommend ways to reduce odds for stroke.
July 2015 Sets New Record As Hottest Month Since 1880: NOAA
NOAA revealed that July of this year is the warmest month ever recorded since 1880. The soaring temperatures this year are being attributed to man-made climate change and a powerful El Niño.
Jimmy Carter Battles Metastatic Melanoma: New Cancer Drugs And Treatment Give Hope To Ex-President
Former President Jimmy Carter, who was diagnosed of advanced melanoma, is set to benefit from new treatments which include infusion of the immunotherapy drug Pembrolizumab (Keytruda) and stereotactic radiation therapy.
Cassini Spacecraft Zips Past Dione One Last Time: NASA Releases Stunning Image Of Saturn's Icy Moon
NASA released images of Dione, one of Saturn's moons, that were taken by the Cassini spacecraft. Scientists hope that images could shed light on whether or not the icy world has geological activity.
Rumors Of Asteroid Hitting Earth Next Month Untrue Says NASA
NASA denied rumors that a large asteroid is set for collission with Earth. Astronomers monitoring for Potentially Hazardous Asteroids said that the odds of this happening in the foreseeable future is very low.
'Smart Drug' Modafinil Succesful In Boosting Brain Performance
The Modafinil is popularly used off label as "smart drug". A review of 24 studies reveals the drug indeed helps boost brain performance.
Jellyfish Numbers In UK Waters At Record High
Experts warned that the number of jellyfish off the beaches of UK is likely to soar this year. It remains unclear what causes the phenomenon.
Action On Salt River Wild Horses Given Temporary Reprieve
Authorities decided to take no action against the wild horses on the Salt River for now but some experts warned that the animals are harming native species and destroy the river's habitat.
Georgia Tourist May Be Second Case Of Plague In Yosemite
A tourist from Georgia who visited Yosemite National Park could be the second case of human plague following the case of a girl from Los Angeles who was diagnosed with the disease after staying at Yosemite's Crane Flat Campground.
Scientists Watch Spiders 'Skydive' To Escape Danger
Researchers documented controlled gliding in of jungle spiders with flat body. When dropped, the Selenopid spiders got into a posture comparable to that shown by skydivers then head for a nearby tree trunk.
Paint Made From Glass Could Help Cool Rooftops And Cars
The glass paint does not just help keep heat off on metal roofs and structures. It can also keep them durable. Researchers said the coating can survive hundreds of years without cracking or fading.
WHO Raises Concerns Regarding Global Effects Of 'Vaccine Hesitancy'
About 1.5 million children worldwide die each year because of vaccine-preventable diseases. WHO said that vaccine hesitancy is a growing problem for countries aiming to close the immunization gap.
Latest Superconductivity Record At Antarctic Temps Stirs Up Physicists
A new record high for temperature was achieved for superconductors, which could pave the way for superconductors that work at room temperature. Such advance could revolutionize the field of electronics.
Kite Pharma Says Death Of Patient Not Related To Cancer Treatment Trial
Kite Pharma admitted that there was indeed a patient who died during the early stage trial of its CAR-T drug KTE-C19 therapy, but the incident was found to be unrelated to experimental treatment for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
Want To Name An Exoplanet? Here's Your Chance
The International Astronomical Union is giving the public chance to vote for the name of each of the 32 exoplanets that were discovered over the past two decades via the NameExoWorlds competition. Anyone with computer or smartphone can participate without registration.
This Artificial Leaf Could Be Humanity's Lifeline When Fossil Fuels Are Out
An artificial leaf developed by researchers from Monash University could be the answer to the world's problem on energy security and climate change. The system is inspired by the process of photosynthesis in plants to separate water into hydrogen and oxygen.
New Study Warns Public About Wikipedia Inaccuracies On Science Topics: Here's Why
Science topics considered to be politically controversial are at risk of information sabotage on Wikipedia, which could lead to errors. Young researchers are advised to ignore the online encyclopedia as a source.
Teen Model With Down Syndrome To Participate In New York Fashion Week
Madeline Stuart will be the second model with Down syndrome who will participate in New York Fashion Week. The 18-year-old model is also the face of a brand of handbags.
Gorillas Show Early Signs Of Learning To Talk: Study
Defying traditional thinking that apes have extremely limited vocal abilities, Koko the gorilla learned behaviors that require control over breathing and vocal abilities.
Playing Tetris May Weaken Cravings For Drugs, Food, Sex And Sleep: Here's The Why And The How
Playing Tetris can help reduce cravings for food, drug, sex, sleep and cigarettes. Experts say it is difficult to imagine indulging in an activity or substance while playing the tile-matching puzzle game at the same time.
Kapowsin Meats Recalls Products Due To Possible Salmonella Contamination
Kapowsin Meats is recalling 116,262 pounds of whole hogs because of possible salmonella contamination. The company also faces a lawsuit after a 19-year old girl suffered from a range of illnesses following consumption of the company's whole roasted hog.
FAA Air Traffic Control Software Upgrade Causes Massive Travel Delays And Cancellations: What Happened
A software upgrade is blamed for the delay or cancellation of hundreds of flights over the weekend. The FAA said that there were problems with the computer system considered as the backbone of the country's airspace system.
In 2015, Earth Overshoot Day Is August 13: Why This Is Very, Very Bad News
Earth Overshoot Day occured on December 23 in 1970 but the day moves up earlier and earlier each year. 2014 is so far the earliest with humanity consuming its yearly allowance for Earth's renewable resources on Aug. 13.
Astronomers Spot A 'Tiny' Supermassive Black Hole In Dwarf Galaxy
The black hole at the center of RGG 118 is to date the smallest black hole ever found in the core of a galaxy. Scientists said the discovery could help them better understand the evolution of black holes.
Air Pollution In China Is Worse Than You Think: 1.6 Million People Die Per Year
Fine airborne particles in China can get into the lungs and bloodstream, causing a range of potentially fatal illnesses. An analysis by researchers from Berkeley Earth reveals air pollution kills 1.6 million people in this country per year.
FDA Approves OxyContin Use For Young Children: What Is OxyContin And Why Some Doctors Are Worried
The FDA green-lighted the use of OxyContin after studies conducted by the drug's manufacturer, Purdue Pharma, showed it can be safely used for treating pain in patients between 11 and 16 years old.
Scientists Use ISS Photos Of Earth To Study Light Pollution From Cities
The Cities at Night project uses photos taken by astronauts at the ISS to measure light pollution across the globe. The project aims to come up with a global color map of Earth at night.
ExxonMobil To Pay $566,600 Fine For Refinery Explosion
ExxonMobil was fined $566,600 after investigation revealed that the explosion at its Torrance refinery in February involved a number of safety and health law violations.
