News

  1. Life

    To researchers’ surprise, one Pseudomonas infection is much like the next

    Consistent genetic changes in the lung bacteria that commonly plague cystic fibrosis patients are a welcome discovery because they may point to new treatment strategies.

    By Tina Hesman Saey
  2. Life

    A giant penguin plumed in earth tones

    The first well-preserved feathers of 36-million-year-old diving bird give clues to color and evolution.

    By Susan Milius
  3. Space

    First it’s there, then it’s knot

    Discovered just a year ago, a tangle of atoms at the edge of the solar system disappears before astrophysicists’ eyes, leaving questions behind.

    By Ron Cowen
  4. Life

    New genetic blueprint for bloodsuckers

    Mosquito genome number three could lead to new pesticides to fight the adaptable pests.