News

  1. Life

    Scientists race to understand deadly new virus

    Emerging virus causes severe illness, but doesn’t spread as quickly as SARS.

    By Tina Hesman Saey
  2. Health & Medicine

    Therapy for milk allergy offers hope, and caution

    A large study shows that gradual introduction of milk can benefit patients, but data from earlier, smaller studies suggest the protection can wane years after treatment.

    By Nathan Seppa
  3. Animals

    How weaver ants get a grip

    Strong sticking power and quick reaction time help the insects stay put in trees.

    By Susan Milius
  4. Humans

    News In Brief: Lipstick smudges reveal their identity

    Raman spectroscopy allows forensics researchers to distinguish among dozens of lipsticks.