Scanning human history Using microCT scanner Tim Ryan, associate professor of anthropology and information sciences and technology, took 3-D images of bones so as to decipher why modern humans have such light skeletons. phys.org
Surface engineers prefer whisky over coffee As a whisky drop dries, a combination of molecules in the liquid ensures a spatially uniform deposition—a finding that could inspire coating technologies. nytimes.com
Happy traveler: What does it mean? Here are some tips by an experienced life coach to cultivate joy during your next trip—and long after returning home. nationalgeographic.com
Test your smarts! The Science Quiz tests your knowledge of the week's biggest science news stories. No matter how much you know, you're still likely to learn something – give it a try! sciencemag.org
Blue whirl A swirling flame that appears in fuel floating on the surface of water doesn’t add much pollution to the air. sciencenews.org
