Everyday Science
Everyday Science articles explain the science behind natural phenomena, giving us an appreciation of all the beauty on this pale blue dot that we call home.
Health Benefits and Risks of Coffee
Whether you’re in a meeting, lecture, class or just working late, for a lot of people the first thing that springs to mind is coffee. As 125 million people in the world are regular coffee [...]
Is It An Evolutionary Advantage To Enjoy Spicy Food?
When it comes to spicy food, you either love it or hate it. Spice excites the taste buds in a way that no other flavor comes close to, providing some with satisfaction while also turning [...]
A Brief Introduction to Forensic Science
‘Evidence never lies.’ Criminal Minds, CSI, Law & Order; the popularity of crime television shows might have a bit to do with how the audience gets a taste of forensic technology. After all, not many [...]
Demonstration: Benedict’s Test for Reducing Sugars
We often hear about the exorbitant amount of sugar in food and drink these days, and the health risks that are associated with a high sugar intake. But how do scientists quantify the concentration of [...]
Does Alcohol Really Kill Brain Cells? The Effects of Booze on The Body
‘In Vino Veritas’ or ‘in wine lies truth’ are well-known words supposedly uttered 2600 years ago by the poet Alcaeus of Mytilene. Since ancient civilizations, humans have been familiar with alcoholic beverages; its effects are [...]
Fungi Are The Deadliest Agricultural Pest That You Don’t See
What do turkeys and bananas have in common? While they are indeed tasty, both also happen to be especially susceptible to… fungi. No, it’s not some mutant giant mushroom on a rampage that you should [...]
