cr Scientists splice genes from roses and celery to create superflower By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Feb 2011 05:28:14 +0000 New rose will be less prone to wilting and will allow for longer lasting Valentine's Day bouquets. Full Article Research & Innovations
cr Scientist creates lifelike cells out of metal By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Sep 2011 05:38:23 +0000 Researcher in Glasgow says he has created living cells made of metal instead of carbon — and they may be evolving. Full Article Research & Innovations
cr Scientists create robot tank that climbs walls like a gecko By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 04 Nov 2011 08:42:53 +0000 The technology could be used to clean or inspect inaccessible places, such as nuclear power plants and collapsed buildings. Full Article Research & Innovations
cr Biomimicry: Science inspired by nature could feed the hungry, reduce impact of technology By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Sep 2012 21:54:22 +0000 Biomimicry has been around for decades, but could it be the future of sustainability? Some researchers are using nature to develop better technology, while othe Full Article Research & Innovations
cr Scientists create 'living materials' using E. coli By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Mar 2014 01:03:17 +0000 The new materials could one day be used for building devices that have the properties of living things, such as the ability to self-heal. Full Article Research & Innovations
cr World's most advanced encryption codes discovered by analyzing human biology By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 06 Apr 2014 02:10:48 +0000 Signals that coordinate the rhythms of our heart and lungs offer inspiration for creating 'unbreakable' security codes. Full Article Research & Innovations
cr How crabs and trees could soon replace plastic By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Jul 2018 16:44:46 +0000 Georgia Tech researchers have developed a flexible packaging material that combines cellulose nanocrystals and chitin nanofibers. It could replace PET. Full Article Research & Innovations
cr The biggest source of microplastics in fresh water is laundry lint By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Sep 2019 16:28:22 +0000 Microplastics in fresh water are primarily laundry lint that comes from washing machines, and they end up in your drinking glass. Full Article Healthy Spaces
cr What if we could create energy the way nature does? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 15 Sep 2014 20:50:11 +0000 Breakthroughs in artificial photosynthesis could help harness the sun's power for clean, efficient production of liquid hydrogen. Full Article Energy
cr The crisis at the 'Pump' (and how to fix it) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Sep 2014 17:25:11 +0000 New documentary from the director of 'Fuel' and 'The Big Fix' offers real alternatives to fossil fuels. Full Article Energy
cr Scientists create engine that is powered entirely by evaporation By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 29 Jun 2015 07:37:59 +0000 Technology could be used to generate electricity or even propel tiny toy cars. Full Article Energy
cr Dead fish will soon be powering Norwegian cruise ships By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Nov 2018 04:14:30 +0000 Norwegian cruise operator Hurtigruten is instituting a plan to power its ships using dead fish, part of an effort to be more environmentally sound. Full Article Energy
cr Power plant to create electricity from waste wood (with no burning involved) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 28 Dec 2013 13:36:06 +0000 An new power plant in England turns waste wood into power. But it doesn't burn it. Full Article Energy
cr This Impala runs on sewage, beer and food scraps By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 22 Oct 2014 17:47:47 +0000 The new bi-fuel car runs on 'biogas,' which is already a big deal in Europe — and it's cheap, too. Full Article Transportation
cr What secrets does your face tell? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 27 May 2016 17:59:11 +0000 A new technology can look at you and tell if you're a great poker player, an extrovert or even a genius. Full Article Research & Innovations
cr Monster African crocodiles found in Florida By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 24 May 2016 06:03:17 +0000 Nile crocodiles are known for being maneaters, and now they've been accidentally introduced to Florida. Full Article Animals
cr Weird orange crocodiles live in caves and hunt bats and crickets By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Oct 2016 20:17:55 +0000 Why are these crocodiles orange? One grotesque theory about their coloration might shock you. Full Article Animals
cr Only 1 specimen of this 414-legged creature has ever been found By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Oct 2016 19:20:59 +0000 Illacme tobini is the second leggiest animal species on the planet — but that's not it's only odd feature. Full Article Animals
cr Sea creatures from Japanese tsunami are just now arriving on Pacific coast By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Oct 2017 16:32:15 +0000 Once the 2011 tsunami rolled back into the ocean, it swept marine life as far away as California. Full Article Animals
cr This creature is so terrifying it was named after America's goriest act of revenge By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 13 Nov 2017 21:19:22 +0000 A terrifying, meat-eating worm is named after John Bobbitt — you know, that terrible episode from 1993 involving Lorena Bobbit and a big knife. Full Article Animals
cr The secret lives of hummingbirds with sword-like beaks By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Jan 2019 00:53:58 +0000 Some hummingbirds have evolved beaks better suited for fencing than feeding. Full Article Animals
cr 9 unexpectedly beautiful sea creatures By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Aug 2019 14:26:08 +0000 While dolphins and whales might get all the attention, here are some lesser-known sea creatures that are just as magnificent. Full Article Animals
cr You may not have hit your creative peak yet By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Dec 2019 15:19:49 +0000 There are two types of creative peaks, and they occur at different ages, combating the idea that the fires of creativity burn out after your youth. Full Article Arts & Culture
cr Photography duo creates whimsical eye candy By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Jul 2017 17:49:29 +0000 Daniel Rueda and Anna Devís take inspiration from architecture and design and create colorful, geometric photos. Full Article Arts & Culture
cr 16 ocean creatures that live in total darkness By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Aug 2017 14:49:57 +0000 Monster-like creatures live thousands of feet below the surface, and they've adapted to hostile environments by taking on cool — and scary — physical traits. Full Article Animals
cr What's the story with those amazing crop circles? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 26 Sep 2017 13:54:29 +0000 The truth is that crop circles are more art than alien. Still, it's fun to suspend your disbelief, if just for a second. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
cr Small worlds loom large in Nikon's photomicrography contest By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 17 Nov 2017 15:42:45 +0000 The winners of Nikon's 43rd annual Small World Photomicrography Competition will make you wish you paid more attention in science class. Full Article Research & Innovations
cr What is crown shyness? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 02 May 2019 16:11:26 +0000 Crown shyness is a phenomenon where tree canopies don't touch, creating stark outlines between the treetops. Here are some theories about why it happens. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
cr Why do screams grab our attention? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Oct 2019 16:16:40 +0000 Screaming is primal. Whether it’s pain, horror or a baby's cry, a scream demands attention. Why do we scream, and why does the sound of one make us react? Full Article Protection & Safety
cr Hurricane Dorian crawls up the Southeast coast By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Sep 2019 13:12:03 +0000 Residents of the coastal Southeast are bracing for Hurricane Dorian as this slow-moving storm moves north. Full Article Climate & Weather
cr Arctic blast shatters records across the country By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2019 15:37:53 +0000 As much as two-thirds of the U.S could be plunged into record-breaking cold, but autumn isn't done yet. Full Article Climate & Weather
cr Why one fashion design student created a line of clothes for refugees By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 03 Jun 2016 18:02:52 +0000 Parsons fashion design student Angela Luna created a line of clothing for refugees called Adiff, where garments like coats convert to tents, bags and more. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
cr What is microneedling and does it work? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 09 Jun 2016 09:30:00 +0000 Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, has been used by dermatologists for decades to treat scars. But are at-home dermarollers safe? Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
cr You can make anti-aging eye cream at home By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Jun 2016 16:31:38 +0000 Many all-natural anti-aging eye creams use ingredients such as caffeine, vitamin C, green tea, coconut oil. Here's how to make a natural DIY eye gel at home. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
cr Designers create cool hospital gowns to help sick teens feel better By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 16 Jul 2016 13:44:17 +0000 Teens don’t want to be defined by what ails them, and these hospital gowns let their personalities shine. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
cr Colorful coats turn kids into cute critters By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Oct 2016 17:39:14 +0000 With these coats, your kid can play dress up all winter long. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
cr How to make homemade shaving cream By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Feb 2017 18:40:18 +0000 If you're concerned about the chemicals in shaving cream and how they affect your health, consider making homemade DIY shaving cream instead. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
cr How many microbeads is a clean face worth? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 09 Jan 2018 15:36:43 +0000 Each wash with a microbead product can release as many as 94,500 microbeads into our waterways. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
cr Lacoste swaps out iconic croc logo for endangered species By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 04 Mar 2018 15:52:30 +0000 Proceeds from the sale of the limited-edition 'Save Our Species' polos benefit the International Union for Conservation of Nature. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
cr 13 homemade lip scrub recipes By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 05 Apr 2019 19:22:07 +0000 Cracked lips? Try exfoliating with these yummy, homemade DIY lip scrub recipes free of chemicals or designer price tag. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
cr The Crescent Corridor: Save 100 Million Gallons of Fuel By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 03 Apr 2009 00:22:38 +0000 The Crescent Corridor: Save 100 Million Gallons of Fuel Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
cr The Crescent Corridor: Fuel and Money Savings State-by-State By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 10 Sep 2009 17:49:49 +0000 The Crescent Corridor: Fuel and Money Savings State-by-State Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
cr Tennessee Center for Policy Research has no credibility By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2009 21:35:23 +0000 The TCPR is a right wing funded smear tank with a fetish for Al Gore that never hesitates to let facts get in the way of a good dig. Full Article Climate & Weather
cr Al Gore's plan B: Act crazy By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Nov 2009 03:28:33 +0000 Al Gore hit NBC last week for Green Week and told Saturday Night Live all about his backup plan for solving global warming-to act completely nuts. Full Article Climate & Weather
cr Critics weigh in on Al Gore's 'An Inconvenient Sequel' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Aug 2017 17:04:44 +0000 Debuting at Sundance, the follow-up to the 2007 documentary continues the former vice president's efforts to educate on the climate crisis. Full Article Climate & Weather
cr Teen creates app to help kids avoid lunchroom rejection By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 18 Sep 2016 19:36:45 +0000 Sit With Us app helps kids navigate the lunchroom without opening themselves up to bullying or rejection. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
cr Inventor creates a Rubik's Cube that solves itself By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Sep 2018 19:32:18 +0000 It was either this, or peel off and redistribute the stickers. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
cr What's that secret chip in the new iPhone? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Sep 2019 13:28:48 +0000 It's another new technology that will be great for aging baby boomers; you and your stuff will never get lost. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
cr How much screen time is too much for kids? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2019 13:35:13 +0000 From toddlers to tweens and teens, glowing screens can harm their bodies and minds. Here's how to reduce screen time, and why you should. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
cr This newly identified critter eats rocks and secretes them as sand By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Jun 2019 12:26:02 +0000 Researchers have found a kind of shipworm that eats its way through rocks. Full Article Animals