29-Nov-2012
Cracked skin and crocodile scales
Researchers have discovered how the scaly skin pattern on crocodile faces and jaws is created, reports a new study in the journal Science.

26-Nov-2012
Blowing bubbles
Astronomers have captured a very special event in space: a so-called "reborn planetary nebula." This is a gas bubble inside a previously blown bubble, or nebula, like you can see in this image. Most stars turn into a nebula at the end of their lives, and sometimes, like in this case, they do the same thing twice.

Public Release: 27-Nov-2012
Journal of Adolescent Health
Reducing sibling rivalry in youth improves later health and well-being
Sibling conflict represents parents' No. 1 concern and complaint about family life, but a new prevention program -- designed and carried out by researchers at Penn State -- demonstrates that siblings of elementary-school age can learn to get along. In doing so, they can improve their future health and well-being.
NIH/National Institute of Drug Abuse, Penn State Children, Youth, and Family Consortium

Public Release: 26-Nov-2012
Zootaxa
American University biologist discovers new crab species
Areopaguristes tudgei is a new species of hermit crab recently discovered on the barrier reef off the coast of Belize by Christopher Tudge, a biology professor at American University in Washington, D.C.