Author Archives: Sorcha McDonagh
Roving the Red Planet
Two little robots have touched down on Mars, ready to study the planet’s rocks and soil.
A Bowerbird’s Guide to Style
To attract a mate, male bowerbirds go for a cheaper, low-key look instead of showy decorations.
Gooey Secrets of Mussel Power
By learning how mussels stick, scientists may find a way to make them come unstuck.
Catching a Comet’s Tail
A closeup visit by a NASA spacecraft helps show how a comet gets its shape.
Protecting Cows—and People—from a Deadly Disease
Mad cow disease has appeared in the United States, but scientists say it can be contained easily.
Did Dinosaurs Do Handstands?
Enormous dinosaurs might have balanced on their front feet when wading in shallow water.
A Micro-Dose of Your Own Medicine
Medicine-delivering microchips implanted in the body could replace some injections and pills.
Watery Fate for Nature’s Gliders
Fossil bones hint that sea-level increases doomed Atlantic albatross populations.
The Puzzle of Ancient Mariners
Prehistoric sailors may have traveled from island to island across the ocean.
Tinkering With the Basic Bike
Turning a bicycle into a blender, and making it go faster and farther with less effort.
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