A spider silk library could help scientists develop new materials.

Scientists hone in on precisely how much—or how little—water crops need.

Miles of floating rocks are carrying tiny sea critters to Australia.

Puffins are reproducing in record numbers on islands near Maine.

God gave the wolf a role in nature, and humans give the wolf a role in many stories.

A wildlife preserve in Mozambique celebrates zero poaching.

Scientists seek remote, private beaches for dead whales to rot.

Animal and human waste can produce inexpensive and efficient fuel.

Scientists identified trouble-making body cells—and hope to control them to slow the progress of old age.

Quicklime may be able to store large quantities of heat, like a large, natural battery.