For most living things the color you see when you look at them is determined by pigments. But some of the most vivid colors ...

In a pioneering new study, researchers made the skin on the skulls and abdomens of live mice transparent by applying to the areas a mixture of water and a common yellow food coloring called tartrazine ...

Established by a generous alumnus in honor of Drexel physics professor, meteorologist and WWII veteran, Dr. Francis K. Davis, the Davis Lecture aims to bridge the gap between the arts and sciences by ...

SPACE, OR BUGS, IS A NONPROFIT SCIENCE LAB BASED IN SOUTHEAST BALTIMORE. THEIR MISSION IS TO MAKE SCIENTIFIC EXPLORATION ACCESSIBLE TO ALL STUDENTS, YOUNG AND OLD, REGARDLESS OF FORMAL TRAINING OR LAB ...

Scientists have already created designer viruses in a lab that can kill dangerous bacteria. The next step is designing and growing actual living cells such as bacteria and fungi. They would be ...

This year, scientists observed an eerie glow emanating from mice that disappears after death, reminiscent of paranormal ideas of a bodily aura. The discovery led to a flurry of interest in the ...

The same pulling force that causes “tears” in a glass of wine also shapes embryos. It’s another example of how genes exploit mechanical forces for growth and development. Sip a glass of wine, and you ...

Etelka is a post-doctoral research fellow exploring aerosol science with biology and engineering.View full profile Etelka is a post-doctoral research fellow exploring aerosol science with biology and ...