People didn’t kill Ice Age mammoths like in the movies

How did early humans use sharpened rocks to kill mammoths 13,000 years ago? Researchers have a new idea.

UC Berkeley • futurity
Aug. 27, 2024 ~10 min

How to protect yourself and your family from dangerous falls

An expert explains why falls are so dangerous for older adults and how to protect yourself and your loved ones.

Daryl Lovell-Syracuse • futurity
Aug. 27, 2024 ~8 min


How the COVID virus enters human cells

New findings about how COVID enters our cells could inform the development of more effective vaccines as additional variants emerge.

Yale • futurity
Aug. 27, 2024 ~7 min

Can brewing beer in outer space make it better?

A new study provides insights into how beer yeast might behave when fermented in outer space.

U. Florida • futurity
Aug. 20, 2024 ~4 min

Rising temps threaten the Great Barrier Reef’s existence

New research documents unprecedented levels of ocean heat leading to bleaching of the Great Barrier Reef, endangering a vital ecosystem.

Stacey Plaisance-Tulane • futurity
Aug. 12, 2024 ~4 min

Gummy vitamins can be a problem for your teeth

Do the benefits of gummies (and closely-related chewies) outweigh the risks they can pose to oral health? Experts dig in.

Tufts University • futurity
Aug. 12, 2024 ~7 min

‘Oil pulling’ may not do much for your oral health

Oil pulling, the trend of swirling oil through your mouth, may not add much to your dental care routine, an expert explains.

Tufts University • futurity
Aug. 5, 2024 ~4 min

How the Olympic track is designed for speed

Experts explain the unique design behind the Olympic track in Paris and how it's been engineered for record-breaking times.

Georgia Tech • futurity
Aug. 5, 2024 ~5 min


Robot cuts off its own limb to keep moving

A new soft robot takes inspiration from lizards, crabs, and other animals who shed parts of themselves in order to survive.

Yale • futurity
Aug. 1, 2024 ~5 min

Coaches for teachers benefit students, too

A new study underscores the importance of school-based coaches, who provide ongoing professional development to teachers.

Eric Stann-Missouri • futurity
July 31, 2024 ~3 min

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