News

  1. Life

    In the real world, cheetahs rarely go all out

    Famous for speed, the big cats actually rely on acceleration and maneuverability to capture prey.

    By Susan Milius
  2. Life

    Nail-generating tissue also regrows fingertips

    Stem cells spur return of amputated digits in mice

    By Cristy Gelling
  3. Health & Medicine

    Headers linked to memory deficit in soccer players

    Abnormalities in three brain regions found among those who head the ball most frequently.

    By Nathan Seppa
  4. Science & Society

    Chimps in captivity may soon join endangered species list

    Proposal would extend protections to both wild and captive primate populations.

    By Meghan Rosen
  5. Tech

    Faster memory could accelerate computing

    Experimental microchip improves reliability and speed of writing and reading data.