Articles By Amir Khan

Scientists Warn of Likely Impacts of Solar Flares from Sun Storm

Solar Flare Speeding Toward Earth, May Disrupt Power

The largest solar flare in five years is headed toward Earth and could cause problems, according to NASA.

Campbell's Condensed Soup

Campbell’s To Remove BPA from Cans; FDA to Decide on Ban by March 31

Campbell's announced that they will phase the controversial chemical BPA out from all of its cans. The announcement comes as the FDA considers a ban on BPA in all food and drink packages.

Hydrothermal Seep

Rare Deep-Sea Creatures Found in Hot and Cold Extreme Environment

Researchers discovered a rare hybrid environment where hydrothermal vents and cold seeps collide.

NASA Sounding Rocket

NASA to Launch Five Rockets from Virginia; Will Be Visible Along East Coast

NASA will launch five rockets in five minutes later in March to study the high-altitude jet stream.

‘Hair of Grizzly Bear’ Study to Determine Population Size Launched

Brown Bears and Other Animals that Use Tools

Brown bears were recently discovered using tools to scratch themselves. The animal now joins a handful of others that are capable of using tools to hunt, protect themselves or do a variety of other tasks.

Satellite view of Antarctica

Invasive ‘Alien’ Species Brought by Visitors Taking over Antarctica

Plants and animals hitching on the clothes of tourists and scientists are invading Antarctica, according to a new study.

Golden Silk Orbweaver

Spider Silk Conducts Heat Better than Most Metals

Spider silk is a better conductor of heat than most metals, according to a new study

Electronic Medical Records

Access to Electronic Records Cause Doctors to Order More Tests

Contrary to popular belief, electronic medical records may increase healthcare costs, according to a new study.

Robotic Cheetah

DARPA’s Robot Cheetah Breaks Speed Record for Legged Robots [VIDEO]

A robotic cheetah created by DARPA ran 18 mph (21 km/h), breaking the old record for speed by a legged robot by 5 mph.

Climate Change Could Cause 900 Tropical Bird Species to go Extinct

Climate Change Could Cause 900 Tropical Bird Species to go Extinct

Climate change could cause up to 900 species of birds to go extinct, according to a new study.