How Smart Were the Ancient Hominids?

What can artifacts and related evidence teach us about the ancient hominids? Were they more than apish brutes?

Dissection - Are There Any Benefits?

What do you remember most about biology? Is it the dry textbook? Likely you recall the hands-on activities that you did. Despite the squeamish reactions of some students, frog dissection has many benefits.

Isaac Newton's Alchemical Studies

Isaac Newton's alchemical studies: the influences of theology, philosophy, experimentation and textual interpretation on his work. Out of all Isaac Newton's myriad interests, alchemy appears to have been his passion. His famous works on optics, mechanics and mathematics were mere side-thoughts in comparison to the thirty years he spent on alchemy. He read hundreds of alchemical texts and wrote more than one million words in his notebooks. I will conclude that Newton cannot be seen as any less scientific or reasonable simply because he is a product of the time in which he lived. Newton's alchemical work is an important document in the history of science and also of history in general, for it encompasses theology, science and philosophy.

Cocaine - An Early History

An early history of cocaine. From Andes to Germany.

Steorn, Free Orbo Energy, New World Order

I've been following Steorn for some time now and I thought I would share the amazing potential and possibilities that there breakthrough could bring

Galaxies In The Outer Space World

Galaxies in the outer space world are multifaceted in that they often encompass many different kinds of outer space matter, such as star systems, dust particles, and gases. Each individual galaxy is filled with millions and trillions of bright, beautiful stars, and on each galaxy, these stars have their own distinct path, or orbit, to follow.

7 Tips for Teaching Children Science

The world is changing fast. It's more important than ever to get your kids interested in science at an early age. And it's easier than you think. Find out how with these great tips on turning everyday activities into fun learning experiences.

DNA Replication And Cell Division

DNA replication basically means creating two entire DNA strands for each daughter cell in place of the single parent cell. Prior to the cell division, its DNA within the nucleus is released by an enzyme to break the hydrogen bonds between the bases, resulting in two halves of the DNA.

The Elixir of Life May Lie in Calorie Restriction

Science has known for some time that a calorie restricted diet will tend to add years to the life span. Laboratory research conducted with mice and dogs dating back to the 1930's demonstrated life extension by as much as 40%. While scientists knew this to be true based on empirical research, exactly why a calorie restricted diet has this surprising effect remained a mystery.

Some Hubble Space Telescope History

This article gives an overview of the Hubble Space Telescope and its history. It explains why the Hubble Telescope is important to the field of Astronomy, and to space exploration in general.

Determination of Total Cyanide Without Distillation

Determination of total cyanide by normal EPA methodology requires either manual or on-line distillation from a sample acidified with a strong acid. Serious problems have been recognized with these traditional methods. This article presents interferences associated with EPA approved methods and describes a non-distillation method based on segmented flow on-line UV digestion-gas diffusion with amperometric detection. This technique eliminates the need for time-consuming distillations, has a throughput of up to 30 samples per hour, and is virtually interference free.

What is Fluorescent Lighting?

Explains the technology behind fluorescent lights that are used for office, school and home lighting.

Simple Things To Do During Heat Wave

There are lots of things or actions we could do during heat wave. If it happens, better be safe.One of the important thing is to keep calm. Being calm will keep you active and take decisions wisely. This will not create anymore problem unlike you will try to do some strenuous activity. Another thing you could do is stay indoor most of the time. This at least will not directly heat your body with some hazards and heat caused by heat wave. Keeping your body cool at the times is a good way.

Would Our Oceans be Better off Without Sharks or is it Another Shark Tale?

It does not matter if you suffer from Selachophobia (uncontrollable fear of sharks) or not, numerous people fear these natural predators. In fact, many would rather see them being fished into extinction rather than having them around. Would it be wise or not? Let's find out!