A Moment of Science
Around age 20, we begin to lose neurons to the process of aging. By 75, nearly one-tenth of the neurons you were born with have died.
News spread quickly about "birds falling from the sky." What happened to the birds?
Is it really true that you can die of a broken heart?
When a marriage ends due to divorce or death, the participants see a decline in health as well.
Surgeons have pretty tedious jobs. One mistake could result in the death of a patient. How do these professionals prepare for such stressful situations?
Research indicates that more people die of natural causes during the holiday season than any other time of the year. Learn more on this Moment of Science.
Ever wonder how forensic scientists determine how long a corpse has been dead? Find out on this Moment of Science.
You think you've got lots of ants? Read on. Ant Super-colonies on this Moment of Science.
What is the leading cause of death in women over fifty? The answer may surprise you. Find out on this Moment of Science.
After death, the body begins to dry out as water evaporates from the skin. The skin of a corpse shrinks as a result, and the hair, nails and teeth may appear to lengthen as the skin draws back.
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